Your Pad or Mine? (Chicken & Shrimp Pad Thai)

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 2
Your Pad or Mine? (Chicken & Shrimp Pad Thai)
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package Thai rice noodles
4 ounces chicken breasts
4 ounces tofu
1/3 cup roasted unsalted peanuts
5 tablespoons tamarind juice
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons garlic , minced
8 large shrimp , shelled and deveined
2 eggs
1 cup bean sprouts
1/3 cup green onion , cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon roasted red chile ( optional )
1/4 cup cilantro leaf
4 lime wedges

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
386
Sugar
23g
Fat
16g
Pad Thai is a famous Thai dish that is a must-try when visiting Thailand. The dish is a combination of noodles, protein of your choice, and vegetables stir-fried together with a sweet and sour sauce. The traditional Pad Thai recipe does not include chicken, but it is a popular addition to the dish in the west. The recipe provided today, Your Pad or Mine? (Chicken & Shrimp Pad Thai), combines chicken, shrimp, and tofu along with traditional Pad Thai ingredients like tamarind juice, fish sauce, green onion, and peanuts. It is a perfect example of how traditional Thai cuisine is fused with international flavors to create something unique and flavorful. Your Pad or Mine? (Chicken & Shrimp Pad Thai) is a quick and satisfying dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or lunch. It can be modified to include any protein of your liking or made vegetarian by skipping the chicken and shrimp. The dish is a perfect representation of how Thai cuisine can be adapted to create dishes that are both exotic and comforting at the same time.

Instructions

1.Cook noodles according to package instructions and set it aside.
2.In a bowl, mix tamarind juice, fish sauce, sugar, and lime juice.
3.Heat vegetable oil over medium heat in a wok. Add garlic and stir-fry until fragrant.
4.Add chicken and stir-fry until it turns white.
5.Add tofu, shrimp, and stir-fry until the shrimp turns pink.
6.Move everything to one side and add eggs in the empty space. Cook until set, then scramble everything together.
7.Add noodles, sauce, bean sprouts, green onion, and peanuts to the wok. Stir-fry until everything is mixed well.
8.Add roasted red chile ( optional ) if desired.
9.Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

PROS

This dish is a classic Thai dish that is both satisfying and flavorful.

The combination of chicken and shrimp with tofu and noodles makes it a protein-rich meal that is filling.

It is easy to make and perfect for a quick dinner or lunch.

CONS

The dish uses a considerable amount of vegetable oil and sugar, making it high in calories and not suitable for those on a low-fat or low-sugar diet.

The tamarind juice and fish sauce may be hard to find in some local grocery stores and require a trip to an Asian market.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The dish is high in proteins that help the body repair and build muscles.
The tamarind juice contains antioxidants that help prevent inflammation in the body.
The dish also contains green onions and cilantro, which are known for their cancer-fighting properties and anti-inflammatory benefits.

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