Pad Thai Zoodles

Pad Thai Zoodles, also known as “Zucchini Pad Thai”, is an absolute banger of a recipe. Healthy, flavourful, and a fun little twist on the classic Pad Thai, it’s a dish that’s guaranteed to impress. Ideal for your weekend dinners, or maybe an exotic dish to serve for your Friday chillout gatherings, its vibrant colors and incredible flavors will have everyone craving for more.

As an expert chef, I would rate this recipe as pure perfection. It’s tasty, it’s healthy and most importantly, it���s super easy to prepare. The crunch of zoodles (zucchini noodles) combined with the sweetness of a classic Thai sauce – absolutely delightful. Mark my words, you and your loved ones are gonna adore it.

The brilliant part of Pad Thai Zoodles is that it’s quite quick to prepare. Here are quick stats (remember speed may vary according to your skills!):

• Preparation time: 15 minutes
• Cooking time: 15 minutes
• Nb of servings: 2

So, without further ado, let���s dive right into the recipe.

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 2 Zucchinis
• 1 Cup of peeled and de-veined shrimp
• 2 Tablespoons of soy sauce
• 1 Tablespoon of fish sauce
• 1 Tablespoon of brown sugar
• 2 Tablespoons of lime juice
• 1 Tablespoon of vegetable oil
• 1 Cup of bean sprouts
• 2 Green onions
• 1 Clove of garlic, minced
• Pepper & Salt to taste

For this recipe, you’ll need a skillet and a spiralizer for the zucchinis. Soy sauce and fish sauce are major players in this dish as they give the noodles that authentic Thai flavour. If you’re not a fan of shrimp, feel free to use chicken or tofu.

How To Make Pad Thai Zoodles

1. Start by spiralizing the zucchinis into noodles. Once this is done, set them aside.
2. In your skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat and add the shrimp. Cook until they’re pink and set aside.
3. In the saucepan, combine soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar and lime juice. Stir this mixture until the sugar is fully dissolved.
4. Add garlic, bean sprouts, green onions to the skillet and stir fry for a couple of minutes. Then add the zoodles and cook until tender.
5. Add back the shrimps and pour in the sauce. Mix everything together and you are done!

Tips For The Best Result

• If you want to, you can sprinkle some crushed peanuts for a nice crunch.
• Don’t overcook the zoodles to keep it crispy.

Storage Tips

• The dish will hold well for about 3 days in the fridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use chicken instead of shrimp?
A: Yes, feel free to use any protein you prefer.

Q: What if I don’t have a spiralizer?
A: You can use a julienne peeler instead.

Q: Can I prep the zoodles in advance?
A: Yes, you can cut them up to 2 days in advance.

Q: How to keep zoodles crispy?
A: Don’t overcook them, keep your cooking time minimal.

Q: What else can I add to the recipe?
A: You can add vegetables like bell peppers or carrots.

Nutritional Facts of Pad Thai Zoodles

This dish is fairly low in calories, thanks to the zucchini noodles. 1 serving of Pad Thai Zoodles contains on average:

• Calories: 200
• Protein: 15g
• Fat: 9g
• Carbs: 20g

There you go, folks – an incredibly flavour-packed, healthier alternative to your standard Pad Thai dish. With zoodles, you not only get a fun, fresh twist on an old favorite, but a whopping dose of Vitamin C and other nutrients too. So get the spiralizer out, invite some friends over, and prepare to be blown away by these fantastic Pad Thai Zoodles!