Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 lb

Thai rice noodles

soaked

1.5 tsp

vegetable oil

1 unit

garlic

minced

1 unit

onion

diced

12 unit

shrimp

peeled and deveined

1 tbsp

ketchup

1 tbsp

Thai fish sauce

1 tbsp

sugar

1 tbsp

lemon juice

fresh

1 tbsp

white wine vinegar

2 unit

eggs

lightly beaten

0.25 lb

bean sprouts

0.5 cup

peanuts

coarsely ground

0.25 lb

bean sprouts

for garnish

1 unit

lemon

cut into wedges

0.5 cup

peanuts

coarsely ground

0.25 cup

cilantro

chopped

Step 1
~4 min

Soak rice noodles in cold water for 15 minutes.

Step 2
~4 min

Drain noodles and soak in hot water for another 15 minutes.

Step 3
~4 min

Drain and rinse noodles in cold water; set aside.

Step 4
~4 min

Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium heat.

Step 5
~4 min

Add minced garlic and diced onion; stir-fry until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 6
~4 min

Add shrimp and stir-fry until pink, 2-3 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

Add ketchup, fish sauce, sugar, lemon juice, and white wine vinegar; stir well.

Step 8
~4 min

Pour in beaten eggs and let them set slightly, about 3 minutes.

Step 9
~4 min

Add noodles, bean sprouts, and peanuts; mix well.

Step 10
~4 min

Transfer noodles to a serving platter.

Step 11
~4 min

Garnish with bean sprouts, lemon wedges, peanuts, and cilantro.

Step 12
~4 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the sweetness and sourness of the sauce to your liking.

Don't overcook the noodles or they will become mushy.

Prepare all ingredients before starting to stir-fry for best results.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sauce can be prepared in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot.

Garnish with lime wedges.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Thai Spring Rolls
Tom Yum Soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Thailand

Cultural Significance

National dish of Thailand

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thai New Year (Songkran)

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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