Description
This Easy Shrimp Pad Thai recipe combines tender shrimp, fresh broccoli, and peas with linguine pasta, all tossed in a creamy peanut and soy sauce mixture. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a flavorful and satisfying dish that brings the beloved Thai street food experience to your kitchen without the hassle of traditional rice noodles.
Ingredients
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Pasta & Vegetables
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 2 cups broccoli, cut into small pieces
- 1 cup peas, frozen and thawed
Sauce
- ¼ cup peanut butter, creamy
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- ¼ cup hot water
- 1 tsp Sriracha, or more to taste
Protein & Aromatics
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Garnishes
- 3 tbsp green onion, diced
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup peanuts, finely chopped
- 4 lime wedges
Instructions
- Cook Pasta and Vegetables: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the linguine noodles according to package instructions until al dente. While the pasta cooks, place the broccoli and peas in a large bowl and set aside.
- Prepare the Peanut Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, hot water, and Sriracha until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Set aside for later use.
- Drain Pasta and Blanch Vegetables: Position a colander over the bowl containing the broccoli and peas. Drain the cooked pasta into the colander, allowing the hot pasta water to briefly cook the vegetables. Let the noodles and vegetables sit in the hot water until ready to add to the wok.
- Cook Shrimp and Aromatics: Heat sesame oil in a large wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and curl up. Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, approximately 30 seconds.
- Toss Everything Together: Pour the prepared peanut sauce into the wok and stir quickly to coat the shrimp mixture. Then add the drained noodles and vegetables, tossing everything together thoroughly to ensure even coating with the sauce.
- Serve: Plate the Pad Thai warm. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, diced green onions, chopped peanuts, and lime wedges for squeezing over the dish to add brightness.
Notes
- Using linguine pasta instead of traditional rice noodles is a convenient substitute without sacrificing texture.
- You can adjust the spiciness by increasing or reducing the amount of Sriracha.
- For a nuttier flavor, lightly toast the chopped peanuts before garnishing.
- Make sure to not overcook the shrimp to keep them juicy and tender.
- Broccoli and peas are quick to cook in hot pasta water, preserving their crunch and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
Keywords: Shrimp Pad Thai, Easy Pad Thai, Thai Pasta, Asian Cuisine, Peanut Sauce, Weeknight Dinner
