Thai Street Food | Milk Street TV Season 7, Episode 18

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu is a plant-based protein and more affordable.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Soy sauce is easier to find and lower in sodium.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: cashews

Sunflower seeds provide a nut-free option.

tamarind paste

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice adds acidity with lower cost.

Soak rice noodles in warm water until pliable, about 30 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes.

Push shrimp to one side and add beaten eggs, scrambling until set.

Stir in soaked noodles, tamarind paste, fish sauce, and sugar, mixing well.

Add tofu and toss to combine, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.

Stir in bean sprouts and green onions, cooking until heated through, about 1-2 minutes.

Serve hot, garnished with crushed peanuts, lime wedges, and chili powder.

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