Best 10 Shrimp Pad Thai For Two Recipes

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Shrimp Pad Thai is a classic Thai dish that is both flavorful and easy to make. Originating from Thailand, this dish is made with rice noodles, shrimp, a sweet and tangy tamarind-based sauce, and an assortment of vegetables. With its unique blend of flavors and textures, Shrimp Pad Thai is a popular choice for those looking to enjoy a delicious and nutritious meal. Whether you're a novice cook or an experienced chef, follow this simple recipe to create an authentic and satisfying shrimp pad thai for two that will transport you to the streets of Bangkok.

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SHRIMP PAD THAI FOR TWO



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You can make this yummy Thai classic in no time. Find fish sauce and chili garlic sauce in the Asian foods aisle of your grocery store. -Elise Ray, Shawnee, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 ounces uncooked thick rice noodles
1/4 pound uncooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 egg, beaten
1-1/2 cups coleslaw mix
2 green onions, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
4-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce or additional reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 to 2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce
1 tablespoon chopped salted peanuts
Chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions., In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry shrimp in oil until shrimp turn pink; remove and set aside. Add onion and garlic to the pan. Make a well in the center of the onion mixture; add egg. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until egg is completely set. Add the coleslaw mix, green onions, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, fish sauce, chili garlic sauce and peanuts; heat through., Return shrimp to the pan; heat through. Drain noodles; toss with shrimp mixture. Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 175mg cholesterol, Sodium 668mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

THE BEST SHRIMP PAD THAI



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Just like your favorite Thai takeout-but better. In Thailand, you'll find street vendors whipping up this noodle dish to order from scratch. There are numerous variations of the ingredients used to achieve the perfect sweet, sour and umami noodle dish. We've chosen to use sriracha in our version for its warming heat and sweetness. It also adds a nice color. In quick-cooking stir-fry dishes, it's imperative to have all your ingredients prepped and ready-to-go before you start cooking.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

5 ounces flat rice stick noodles
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind concentrate or tamarind paste (see Cook's Note)
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice, plus more lime wedges for serving
1 to 3 tablespoons sriracha, depending on the desired heat level
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup cubed extra-firm tofu (1-by-1/2-inch cubes)
12 medium peeled and deveined shrimp (about 5 ounces)
1 shallot, thinly sliced
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
3 thin scallions, cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces (halved legthwise if large)
1 cup mung bean sprouts
1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
1/4 cup cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Cook the noodles according to package instructions and set aside.
  • Stir together the fish sauce, brown sugar, tamarind concentrate, lime juice and sriracha in a small bowl until well combined.
  • Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the tofu and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Push the tofu to the side, allowing the excess oil to drip down into the middle of the skillet. Add the shrimp and shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Push to the side with the tofu, allowing the excess oil to drip down into the middle of the skillet. Add beaten egg to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally and chopping to break up, until cooked through, about 30 seconds. Push the egg to the side with the tofu and shrimp. Add the peppers to the skillet and cook just to soften slightly, about 2 minutes. Add the noodles, scallions, bean sprouts and sauce to the skillet. Incorporate the tofu, shrimp and egg into the ingredients and stir fry, coating the ingredients with the sauce and simmering to thicken, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the stir-fry to a serving dish and top with chopped peanuts and cilantro leaves. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

SHRIMP PAD THAI



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This take on the popular Thai noodle dish takes several liberties when it comes to ingredients-there's no egg or tamarind-but its jumble of shrimp, tofu, bean sprouts and peanuts delivers tons of taste and texture.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 ounces flat Thai rice noodles
1/4 cup fish sauce
1/4 cup raw or turbinado sugar
1 to 2 tablespoons hot Asian chili sauce (sambal oelek or sriracha)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus lime wedges for garnish
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 pound large shrimp, butterflied with the shells on
4 large cloves garlic, chopped
1 12-ounce package extra-firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
6 radishes, cut into thin strips
4 scallions, halved lengthwise and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup roasted salted peanuts, coarsely chopped
2 cups bean sprouts
2 jalapeno peppers (red and green), seeded and thinly sliced into strips

Steps:

  • Soak the noodles in a bowl of warm water until soft enough to separate, about 10 minutes. Mix the fish sauce, sugar, chili sauce and lime juice in a separate bowl. When the noodles are soft, drain and return to the bowl. Put the bowls and other ingredients next to the stove (this dish cooks quickly).
  • Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat until very hot. Add the vegetable oil, then add the shrimp and stir-fry until pink, about 2 minutes. Transfer the shrimp to a bowl using a slotted spoon; leave the oil in the pan. Add the garlic and tofu to the pan; stir-fry until just golden. Add the noodles and 1/4 cup fish-sauce mixture; stir-fry until the noodles absorb the sauce, about 3 minutes. Add up to 1/4 cup water if the noodles seem dry, but don't let them become mushy.
  • Add the radishes, scallions and 1/4 cup peanuts; toss to combine. Stir in the remaining fish-sauce mixture. Taste and adjust seasoning (you can add more water, lime juice or fish sauce).
  • Return the shrimp to the pan and heat through, about 2 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a platter; top with bean sprouts, jalapenos and the remaining 1/4 cup peanuts. Serve with lime wedges.

SHRIMP PAD THAI FOR FOUR



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Provided by Nancie McDermott

Categories     Stir-Fry     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Shrimp     Noodle     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 27

For the seasoning sauce:
1/3 cup water
4 teaspoons prepared tamarind paste, preferably unsweetened, such as Neera's or Rani brands*
1/3 cup palm sugar or packed dark brown sugar
1/3 cup Asian fish sauce (also called nam pla or nuoc mam)
1/4 teaspoon salt
For serving:
4 1/2 ounces (about 1 1/2 cups) fresh mung bean sprouts
2 limes, each cut into 6 wedges
1/4 cup salted dry-roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup Asian fish sauce (also called nam pla or nuoc mam)
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup crushed red pepper
For the rice noodles:
Boiling water for soaking noodles
12 ounces dried flat rice noodles (slender linguine-width; sometimes called pad thai noodles or stir-fry noodles)
For stir-frying the pad thai:
2 tablespoons chopped garlic (about 4 large cloves)
2 tablespoons chopped shallots or onion
12 ounces peeled and deveined small or medium shrimp, patted dry
3 large eggs, beaten well
4 1/2 ounces (about 1 1/2 cups) fresh mung bean sprouts
2 bunches scallions, greens only, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup salted dry-roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
5 tablespoons vegetable oil
*Tamarind paste tends to be a South Asian product; it usually comes in a jar and is available in many supermarkets. Its smooth texture makes it easier and faster to use than the traditional Thai blocks of tamarind pulp that include the fruit's seeds and fibers. Read the label carefully to see if the tamarind paste is sweetened or not; if the jar you purchase contains a sweetener, just use less sugar in your seasoning sauce.
Equipment: Large wok (preferably a 14-inch flat-bottom carbon-steel wok); large metal spatula or slotted spoon; tongs; small bowls or ramekins for assembling ingredients; colander for draining rice noodles

Steps:

  • Make the seasoning sauce:
  • In a medium bowl, combine the water, tamarind paste, palm or dark brown sugar, fish sauce, and salt and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Assemble the ingredients for serving:
  • Place the bean sprouts, limes, and peanuts each in their own small bowl and arrange near the stove. Place the fish sauce, granulated sugar, and crushed red pepper each in their own small bowl and arrange on the dining table.
  • Soften the rice noodles:
  • Bring a 5-quart saucepan of water to a full, rolling boil. Remove it from the heat and immediately add the rice noodles, making sure they are fully submerged in the water. Let the noodles soak for exactly 3 minutes (use a timer), occasionally lifting them up and pulling them apart as necessary with tongs or a long fork to keep the noodles separate and help them soften evenly. Drain the noodles in a large colander and rinse them under cold running water. (If the noodles become sticky and clumped together while standing, rinse them briefly under cold water just before cooking, so that they return to their slippery, firm, toss-able state.)
  • Stir-fry the pad thai:
  • In a small bowl combine the garlic and shallots. Place the shrimp, beaten eggs, bean sprouts, scallion greens, and peanuts each in their own bowl and arrange near the stove. Have ready 1 clean medium bowl for the cooked shrimp and eggs, and arrange a platter for serving near the stove.
  • Heat a large wok over high heat until hot but not smoking. Add 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan. (If at any point during cooking the oil starts smoking, lower the heat.) When the oil is hot, scatter in the shrimp. Cook undisturbed until the shrimp begin to change color and firm up, about 30 seconds. Toss well then continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the shrimp are pink, firm and just cooked through, about 30 seconds longer. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the shrimp to the clean bowl.
  • Add the eggs and swirl the pan to spread them into a thin layer. Cook the eggs, lifting the sides and tilting the pan to allow the uncooked eggs to pour underneath as you do when making an omelet, until the eggs are mostly set, 1 to 1 1/2 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and use the slotted spoon to quickly cut the eggs into bite-size pieces then add them to the bowl of shrimp.
  • Place the wok over high heat and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, and swirl to coat the pan. Add the garlic and shallots and stir-fry until fragrant, about 5 seconds. Scatter in the softened rice noodles, and using tongs, evenly spread the noodles out across the pan, like a net. Let them cook undisturbed for 15 seconds then scoop them in toward the center. Toss the noodles gently then spread them out again. Pour about 1/3 of the seasoning sauce around the edges of the pan, and continue stir-frying the noodles in the same manner, spreading them out and letting them cook undisturbed occasionally, until most of the sauce is absorbed, about 30 seconds more.
  • Add another third of the sauce and continue to stir-fry in the same manner until most of the sauce is absorbed and the noodles are just tender but not mushy, about 30 seconds. Test a noodle or two: If they are too firm, add 2 to 4 tablespoons of water around the edge of the pan, and continue stir-frying until they are just tender and evenly coated with the sauce.
  • Return the shrimp and eggs to the pan, along with any juices collected in the bottom of the bowl, and toss to incorporate them into the noodles. Add the remaining third of the seasoning sauce, along with the bean sprouts, scallion greens, and chopped peanuts, and cook, tossing, until they are mixed in and barely heated, about 30 seconds.
  • To serve:
  • Quickly transfer the noodles onto the platter, mounding them at one end. Mound the reserved bean sprouts next to the noodles, and arrange the reserved lime wedges next to the bean sprouts. Sprinkle the peanuts on the noodles in a stripe next to the bean sprouts. Serve hot with the small bowls of fish sauce, sugar, and crushed red pepper so that guests can flavor their portions to taste.

SHRIMP PAD THAI



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This is a Pad Thai recipe I got from a restaurant. The sauce is made with ketchup, fish sauce, sugar, lemon juice and vinegar, and it's sprinkled liberally with bean sprouts and chopped peanuts.

Provided by LAURA NASON

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Thai

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 (8 ounce) package rice noodles
1 ½ teaspoons vegetable oil
1 onion, diced
1 teaspoon minced garlic
12 medium fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 eggs, lightly beaten
¼ pound bean sprouts
½ cup unsalted dry-roasted peanuts, chopped
¼ pound bean sprouts
1 lemon, sliced
½ cup chopped peanuts
¼ cup coarsely chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, soak the noodles in cold water for 15 min; drain. Cover noodles with hot water, and soak for 15 minutes; drain. Rinse with cold water, drain, and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a wok or large heavy skillet over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic until onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add shrimp, and cook until pink. Stir in ketchup, fish sauce, sugar, lemon juice and vinegar. Pour in the beaten egg, and cook without stirring until egg is partially set. Add drained noodles, 1/4 pound bean sprouts, and 1/2 cup peanuts. Mix while cooking until noodles are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541.4 calories, Carbohydrate 68.7 g, Cholesterol 120.4 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 488 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

SHRIMP PAD THAI



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You can make this yummy Thai classic in no time. Find fish sauce and chili garlic sauce in the Asian foods aisle of your grocery store. -Elise Ray, Shawnee, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 ounces uncooked thick rice noodles
1/2 pound uncooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3 cups coleslaw mix
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1/3 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons fish sauce or additional reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 to 3 teaspoons chili garlic sauce
2 tablespoons chopped salted peanuts
Chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions., In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry shrimp in oil until shrimp turn pink; remove and set aside. Add onion and garlic to the pan. Make a well in the center of the onion mixture; add egg. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until egg is completely set. , Add the coleslaw mix, green onions, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, fish sauce, chili garlic sauce and peanuts; heat through. Return shrimp to the pan and heat through. Drain noodles; toss with shrimp mixture. Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 115mg cholesterol, Sodium 1675mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

SIMPLE SHRIMP PAD THAI



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The flavor and the heat build with each bite of this shrimp pad thai, so don't taste it right out of the pan and think it needs more heat because five bites later, you will be surprised at the heat.

Provided by PinkPetunias

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Thai

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (8 ounce) package wide rice noodles
¼ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 eggs, beaten
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 cup fresh bean sprouts
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup unsalted dry-roasted peanuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add noodles, remove from heat, and let soak until noodles are softened, about 15 minutes. Drain.
  • Mix ketchup, sesame oil, fish sauce, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes together in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp; saute until firm and opaque, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove shrimp and add remaining oil to the skillet.
  • Pour eggs into the skillet; cook and stir until lightly scrambled, about 5 minutes. Add green onions, bean sprouts, and garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the noodles, ketchup mixture, and cooked shrimp. Cook for 3 minutes more. Sprinkle with peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 571.4 calories, Carbohydrate 61 g, Cholesterol 265.6 mg, Fat 23.5 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 30.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 1012.9 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

SHRIMP PAD THAI FOR TWO



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After the prep, it comes together quickly. Equipment Needed: 12-inch heavy, deep skillet or sauté pan, or a large wok (preferably a 14-inch flat-bottom carbon-steel wok); large metal spatula or slotted spoon; tongs; small bowls or ramekins for assembling ingredients; colander for draining rice noodles. This version of Pad Thai, developed by cookbook author and teacher Nancie McDermott.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons tamarind paste (preferably unsweetened)
3 tablespoons palm sugar or 3 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons asian fish sauce (also called nam pla or nuoc mam)
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup fresh mung bean sprouts (about 3 ounces)
2 limes, cut into wedges
3 tablespoons dry roasted salted peanuts, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup asian fish sauce (also called nam pla or nuoc mam)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup crushed red pepper flakes, to taste (crushed, not powdered)
boiling water for soaking noodles
6 ounces dried flat rice noodles (slender, linguine-width, sometimes called pad thai noodles or stir-fry rice noodles)
boiling water for soaking noodles
1 tablespoon chopped shallot (can sub onion)
6 ounces shrimp, peeled deveined and patted dry
2 large eggs, beaten well
1 cup fresh mung bean sprouts (about 3 ounces)
1 bunch scallion, greens only cut into 1-inch pieces (1/2 cup)
1/3 cup dry roasted salted peanut, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Make the seasoning sauce: In a medium bowl, combine the water, tamarind paste, palm or dark brown sugar, fish sauce, and salt and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Assemble the ingredients for serving:Place the bean sprouts, limes, and peanuts each in their own small bowl and arrange near the stove. Place the fish sauce, granulated sugar, and crushed red pepper each in their own small bowl and arrange on the dining table.
  • Soften the rice noodles: Bring a 3-quart saucepan of water to a full, rolling boil. Remove it from the heat and immediately add the rice noodles, making sure they are fully submerged in the water. Let the noodles soak for exactly 3 minutes (use a timer), occasionally lifting them up and pulling them apart as necessary with tongs or a long fork to keep the noodles separate and help them soften evenly. Drain the noodles in a large colander and rinse them under cold running water. (If the noodles become sticky and clumped together while standing, rinse them briefly under cold water just before cooking, so that they return to their slippery, firm, toss-able state.).
  • Stir-fry the pad thai:In a small bowl, combine the garlic and shallot. Place the shrimp, beaten eggs, bean sprouts, scallion greens, and peanuts each in their own bowl and arrange near the stove. Have ready 1 clean medium bowl for the cooked shrimp and eggs, and arrange a large plate or platter for serving near the stove.
  • Heat a 12-inch heavy, deep skillet or sauté pan or a large wok over high heat until hot but not smoking. (If at any point during cooking the oil starts smoking, lower the heat.) Add 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan. When the oil is hot, scatter in the shrimp. Cook undisturbed until the shrimp begin to change color and firm up, about 30 seconds. Toss well then continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the shrimp are pink, firm, and just cooked through, about 30 seconds longer. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the shrimp to the clean bowl.
  • Add the eggs and swirl the pan to spread them into a thin layer. Cook the eggs, lifting the sides and tilting the pan to allow the uncooked eggs to pour underneath as you would do with an omelet, until the eggs are mostly set, about 1 minute. Remove the pan from the heat and use the slotted spoon to quickly cut the eggs into bite-size pieces, then add them to the bowl of shrimp.
  • Place the pan over high heat and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil, swirling the pan to coat it evenly (if at any point during cooking the oil starts smoking, lower the heat). Add the garlic and shallot and stir-fry until fragrant, about 5 seconds. Scatter in the softened rice noodles, and, using tongs, evenly spread the noodles out across the pan, like a net. Let them cook undisturbed for 15 seconds then scoop them in toward the center. Toss the noodles gently then spread them out again. Pour about 1/3 of the seasoning sauce around the edges of the pan, and continue stir-frying the noodles in the same manner, spreading them out and letting them cook undisturbed occasionally, until most of the sauce is absorbed, about 30 seconds more.
  • Add another third of the sauce and continue to stir-fry in the same manner until most of the sauce is absorbed and the noodles are just tender but not mushy, about 30 seconds. Test a noodle or two: If they are too firm, add about 2 tablespoons of water around the edge of the pan, and continue stir-frying until they are just tender and evenly coated with the sauce.
  • Return the shrimp and eggs to the pan, along with any juices collected in the bottom of the bowl, and toss to incorporate them into the noodles. Add the remaining third of the seasoning sauce, along with the bean sprouts, scallion greens, and chopped peanuts, and cook, tossing, until they are mixed in and barely heated, about 30 seconds.
  • To serve: Quickly transfer the noodles to the platter, mounding them at one end. Mound the reserved bean sprouts next to the noodles, and arrange the reserved lime wedges next to the bean sprouts. Sprinkle the peanuts on the noodles in a stripe next to the bean sprouts. Serve hot, passing the small bowls of fish sauce, sugar, and crushed red pepper so that guests can flavor their portions to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1261.9, Fat 56.4, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 293.2, Sodium 6304.6, Carbohydrate 156.2, Fiber 13.6, Sugar 59.6, Protein 43.8

GARLIC-LEMON SHRIMP LINGUINE



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The Cheesecake Factory has an extensive menu, but I always seem to order their delicious fresh and citrusy Lemon Shrimp Linguine. I'd enjoyed it enough times that I was confident I reproduce it to share with friends and family. Think I hit it spot on! When I have fresh basil from the garden I use that instead of parsley.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces uncooked linguine
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions for al dente. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add shrimp; cook and stir 3 minutes. Add lemon zest, juice, garlic and lemon pepper; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes longer. Stir in parsley., Drain linguine, reserving 1/3 cup pasta water. Add enough reserved pasta water to shrimp mixture to achieve desired consistency. Serve with linguine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 146mg cholesterol, Sodium 239mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

SHRIMP PAD THAI



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Pad Thai is Thailand's national dish, but not because it is traditional. The government codified it in the 1930s as a way of encouraging national pride in the unique ingredients of Thailand. It has been adopted and adapted all over the country, but one constant is that the dish is made almost entirely of long-lasting ingredients like rice noodles and tamarind, making it easy on the home cook. The savory, tart sauce is very simple to assemble, and it lasts well in the fridge. Watcharee Limanon, a cooking teacher in Yarmouth, Maine, who shared this recipe, said that although salty dried shrimp are used in the original recipe, many Thai cooks (and most of her students) now prefer fresh shrimp.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     noodles, main course

Time 45m

Yield 2 to 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 ounces sen lek (dried 1/8-inch-wide flat rice noodles​) or other pad Thai noodles
1/4 cup minced garlic
2 tablespoons minced shallot
1/4 cup minced Thai sweet preserved radish (optional; see Tip)
10 to 12 peeled and deveined medium shrimp
8 ounces superfirm (pressed) tofu or drained extra-firm tofu, cut into bite-size cubes or rectangles (1 cup)
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups bean sprouts
1 small bunch garlic chives or scallion greens, cut into 1-inch lengths (1/2 cup)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for cooking eggs
Chopped peanuts, chile powder and lime wedges, for serving
1/3 cup fish sauce
1/3 cup tamarind liquid or concentrate
1/3 cup coconut or other palm sugar or dark brown sugar

Steps:

  • Prepare the noodles: Place dried noodles in a large bowl and cover with hot tap water. Let soak for 20 to 30 minutes while you prepare the remaining ingredients, allowing the water to cool, and stirring and separating the noodles occasionally with your hands. When ready, noodles will be white, limp and almost soft to the bite. (They will cook a little more later on.) Pour off all the water, fluff noodles with your hands, and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, make the sauce: Combine the fish sauce, tamarind and coconut palm sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring often, just until sugar has dissolved, 3 to 4 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Line up the ingredients in the order they'll be cooked: Place the garlic, shallot, radish and shrimp in a bowl, then line up the tofu, noodles, sauce, eggs, bean sprouts and chives. When ready to cook, place 1 cup of hot tap water near the stove.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a 14-inch wok, a heavy 12-inch skillet or a large Dutch oven medium-high heat until shimmering. (If using a smaller pan, cook in 2 batches.) Add the contents of the garlic bowl and stir-fry over medium heat, adjusting the flame so the ingredients are sizzling but not popping or scorching, until the shrimp are nearly pink, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the tofu and stir-fry to heat through, about 2 minutes.
  • Add noodles and raise the heat as high as it goes, tossing and separating them with a wok turner, tongs or both. When noodles are sizzling, add about half the sauce and 1 tablespoon water, and stir-fry, tossing to coat and cook through.
  • Taste a noodle for doneness and seasoning. If needed, add more sauce and water, and keep cooking, turning often, until noodles are softened and savory.
  • Push noodles to one side of the pan, add enough oil to lightly coat the other side, and add the eggs. Use the spatula to scramble the eggs, stirring and scraping until cooked through and just dry, 1 to 2 minutes, then stir them into the noodles.
  • Add the bean sprouts and chives, and stir to combine. Serve immediately, passing the peanuts, chile powder and lime wedges to adjust seasoning to taste.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your Pad Thai will taste. Look for plump, firm shrimp, fresh vegetables, and fragrant herbs.
  • Cook the noodles properly: Pad Thai noodles should be cooked until they are soft and chewy, but not mushy. Follow the package instructions carefully.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the Pad Thai, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the noodles from cooking evenly.
  • Use a wok or large skillet: A wok or large skillet is ideal for cooking Pad Thai. This will allow you to toss the noodles and vegetables easily.
  • Serve immediately: Pad Thai is best served immediately after it is cooked. This will prevent the noodles from becoming dry and sticky.

Conclusion:

Shrimp Pad Thai is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. By following these tips, you can make a restaurant-quality Pad Thai at home. So, next time you're craving Thai food, give this recipe a try!

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