*  Exported from  MasterCook Mac  *

                                 Pad Thai

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Chinese/Asian                    Pasta & Sauces

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   8      ounces        rice noodles
   1                    whole chicken breast  -- skinned & boned
   8      medium        shrimp -- shelled
     1/2  cup           water
     1/4  cup           fish sauce
   3      tablespoons   sugar
   1      tablespoon    lime juice
   1      teaspoon      paprika
     1/8  teaspoon      cayenne pepper
     1/2  pound         bean sprouts
   3                    garlic cloves -- finely chopped
   1                    egg
   4      tablespoons   roasted peanuts -- finely chopped

Place rice noodles in a large bowl.  Cover with water; soak 30-45 min.  C 
ut chicken into 1 1/2x3" strips.   

Cut shrimp in half lengthwise; set aside.  Combine water, fish sauce, sug ar, 
lime juice, paprika, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl; set aside.  Reserve 1/4
of bean sprouts for topping; combine remaining sprouts and onions.

Drain noodles.  Heat a wok over medium heat for 2 min.  Push chicken to 1 side. 
Break egg into wok.  Stir quickly to break up yolk and scramble egg.  When egg 
is set, mix with chicken.  Add drained noodles, shrimp, fish sauce mixture and 3
T. peanuts.  Cook and stir over high heat for 2-3 minutes. 

Spoon onto a heated platter.  Sprinkle with reserved bean sprouts, then with 
remaining peanuts.

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