Stir-Fried Pad Thai with Shrimp and Bean Sprouts

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-29 · Updated 2026-05-29

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A vibrant Thai noodle dish with shrimp, bean sprouts, tamarind, and a tangy peanut sauce, garnished with lime and chili. This Thai-inspired stir-fry recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs rice noodles, shrimp, bean sprouts for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Thai cuisine 400 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz rice noodles
1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
2 cups bean sprouts
2 tbsp tamarind paste
1/3 cup chopped peanuts
2 wedges lime
1/2 tsp chili
2 cloves garlic
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp granulated sugar

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Instructions

Step 1: Soak 8 oz rice noodles in cold water for 15 minutes, then drain and set aside.
Step 2: In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb shrimp, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1/2 tsp chili, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turns pink and opaque.
Step 3: Add 2 cups bean sprouts and 3 tbsp soy sauce to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bean sprouts are tender-crisp.
Step 4: Whisk together 2 tbsp tamarind paste, 1 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup water in a small bowl. Pour this sauce into the skillet and stir to coat everything evenly.
Step 5: Add the soaked rice noodles to the skillet, tossing to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the noodles are tender and the sauce thickens. Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with 1/3 cup chopped peanuts and lime wedges.