This Has Hardly Any Calories Spicy Pad Thai Recipe

Craving Pad Thai but watching your waistline? This recipe uses magic shirataki noodles for a guilt-free, flavor-packed experience! Zero calories, zero carbs, zero fat, and zero sugar in the noodles means you can enjoy a generous portion without the regret. Shirataki noodles, found at Asian grocery stores or online, absorb the delicious spicy sauce beautifully. Get ready for a flavor explosion that's surprisingly healthy!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 2 mins
Calories 35.5 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for This Has Hardly Any Calories Spicy Pad Thai

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How to Make This Has Hardly Any Calories Spicy Pad Thai

  1. Whisk together the sauce ingredients: 2 tablespoons fish sauce, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon sriracha (or more, to taste), 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger, and 1 clove minced garlic in a medium bowl.
  2. Add 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (optional), and 1/4 cup bean sprouts to the sauce.
  3. Gently toss in 7 oz. well-drained and rinsed shirataki noodles. (If using dried noodles, be sure to follow package directions for preparing them beforehand).
  4. For maximum flavor, marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight in the refrigerator.
  5. Serve immediately and garnish with extra peanuts, cilantro, lime wedges, and a drizzle of sriracha, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

2g

Carbs

0g

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