Shrimp Pad Thai with Crushed Peanuts

Instructions

1. Step 1: Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions and set aside.
2. Step 2: Heat the oil in a large wok or frying pan over medium-high heat.
3. Step 3: Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
4. Step 4: Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
5. Step 5: Add the shrimp and cook, stirring constantly, until pink and just cooked through, about 2-3 minutes.
6. Step 6: In a small bowl, whisk together the tamarind paste, palm sugar, fish sauce, and soy sauce.
7. Step 7: Pour the sauce into the wok and stir to coat the shrimp and onion.
8. Step 8: Add the cooked noodles, cilantro, peanuts, lime juice, ginger, and red pepper flakes to the wok.
9. Step 9: Stir-fry everything together for about 2 minutes, until the noodles are well coated with the sauce.
10. Step 10: Season with salt to taste.
11. Step 11: Transfer the Pad Thai to a serving platter and serve immediately.