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Light Thai Pad Thai

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Light Thai Pad Thai is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Thai cuisine to your table. This recipe features tender rice noodles tossed in a delightful sauce, paired with fresh vegetables and your choice of protein. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this dish is sure to impress with its delightful balance of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz flat rice noodles
  • 1 cup firm tofu or 1 cup shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 1 cup bell peppers (sliced)
  • 1 cup carrots (shredded)
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 2 green onions (chopped)
  • ¼ cup crushed peanuts (unsalted)
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp tamarind paste
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Soak the rice noodles in hot water according to package instructions until soft but slightly chewy. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, tamarind paste, and brown sugar until smooth; adjust sweetness if needed.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook tofu until golden or shrimp until pink and opaque.
  4. Add sliced bell peppers and shredded carrots; stir-fry for about two minutes until tender yet crisp.
  5. Combine soaked noodles with the sauce in the skillet; stir well for about three minutes until heated through.
  6. Garnish with chopped green onions and crushed peanuts before serving.

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