Thai Noodles Phad Thai Recipe

Authentic Thai Phad Thai recipe! This incredibly flavorful dish features perfectly cooked rice noodles, succulent shrimp, and a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables. Learn to make restaurant-quality Phad Thai at home with our easy-to-follow instructions. Get ready for a taste of Thailand!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 205 mins
Calories 500.4 kcal
Protein 26g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Thai Noodles Phad Thai

  • 8 ounces dried rice noodles
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 8 ounces shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • paprika, to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • Carrot
  • Red Cabbage
  • Lemon Wedge
  • 4 ounces firm tofu, pressed and diced (optional)
  • chili flakes, for garnish (optional)

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How to Make Thai Noodles Phad Thai

  1. Soak rice noodles in cool water for at least 20 minutes, or until softened. Drain well.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Push shrimp to one side of the pan.
  4. Pour in beaten eggs and scramble until cooked. Mix with shrimp.
  5. Add the drained noodles to the pan and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes, breaking up any clumps. Add a splash of water if noodles stick.
  6. Reduce heat to medium. Stir in fish sauce, brown sugar, and paprika. Mix thoroughly to coat the noodles.
  7. Continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, until noodles are translucent and heated through.
  8. Stir in crushed peanuts, bean sprouts, and green onions. Mix well.
  9. Garnish with lime wedges, chopped cilantro, and chili flakes (optional).
  10. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious homemade Phad Thai!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

76 g

Sugar

66g

Fat

14g

Carbs

23g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Thai Noodles Phad Thai?

Thai Noodles Phad Thai takes about 225 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 205 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Thai Noodles Phad Thai?

Thai Noodles Phad Thai has approximately 500.4 calories per serving, with about 26 g protein, 23 g carbohydrates and 29 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Thai Noodles Phad Thai?

The key ingredients for Thai Noodles Phad Thai are Dried Rice Noodles, Oil, Garlic, Egg, Shrimp, Water. See the full list with measurements above.

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