DELICIOUS TWIST ON THAI CLASSIC: PAD THAI NOODLE SALAD

Pad Thai Noodle Salad is a beloved Thai dish enjoyed worldwide. It combines various textures and flavors perfectly—chewy noodles with crunchy veggies and succulent shrimp, balanced between salty, tangy, sweet, and spicy.

For those craving Thai flavors in a refreshing salad, this Pad Thai noodle salad is a perfect fit. Bursting with Thai culinary flair, this recipe is low in calories and fats, naturally gluten-free. Rice noodles, shrimp, red bell peppers, bean sprouts, and fresh herbs are tossed in a tangy lime dressing with a hint of chili sauce. It can serve as a main dish or a side; it also makes a gorgeous salad for a summer picnic or outdoor outing.

Prep Time: 30 minutes           Serving Size: 4 people

INGREDIENTS FOR THAI PAD MI SALAD

• 800g rice noodles
• 20 to 25 fresh cleaned prawns
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
• 1 piece ginger (finely chopped) thumb-sized
• 1 red bell pepper (sliced thinly)
• A few stalks of celery (sliced thinly)
• 3 onions (sliced thinly)
• 2 to 3 cups bean sprouts
• 1 cup fresh coriander (chopped)
• 1/2 cup fresh basil (chopped)
• 1/3 cup crushed roasted peanuts

For the sauce:

• 1/2 cup boiling water
• 1 3/4 tablespoons tamarind paste
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup fish sauce
• 1 to 2 tablespoons chili paste

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STEPS TO MAKE PAD THAI NOODLE SALAD

Step 1: Cook the noodles

Bring a pot of water to boil, add rice noodles and cook until tender according to the package instructions.

Remove the noodles, rinse with cold water to drain.

Step 2: Prepare the sauce

Combine the above ingredients. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.

Taste and adjust the sauce to your liking.

Step 3: Sauté the prawns

Pour 1/4 of the sauce over the prawns. Toss well and set aside to marinate quickly.

Heat the pan, sauté garlic and ginger for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add the prawns along with the marinated sauce. Stir-fry for 3 minutes or until the prawns turn pink and plump.

Step 3: Mix the salad

In a large bowl, place red bell pepper, celery, green onions, bean sprouts, cilantro, and basil, reserving some cilantro and basil for garnish later.

Add the sautéed shrimp and noodles.

Drizzle the sauce over and mix well.

Step 4. Presentation

Divide into bowls or plates, add cilantro and basil, along with finely chopped peanuts. You can also serve with chili sauce on the side.

Delicious Salad Pad Thai with Fresh Bean Sprouts

This Thai noodle dish combines fresh and crunchy bean sprouts, ginger, and onions with shrimp and flavorful noodles, all coated in a sweet and spicy sauce that creates an unforgettable taste sensation, leaving everyone craving for more.

Wishing you all success with this dish and have joyful meals!

Source: Collected

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