Shrimp & Tofu Phad Thai

Step 1: Soak 1/2 pack of seedless tamarind in hot water for 10-15 mins. Transfer into a food processor & pulsate until it’s finely puréed. Strain into a bowl. Add 2 cups of palm sugar, 1 cup of fish sauce and mix well. === Step 2: Add 1/2 cup of dried shrimp into a food processor and pulsate until finely minced. Set aside. == Step 3: Add hot water over 2 lbs of fresh rice noodles. Submerge for 1 min, strain and set aside. == Step 4: To a pan add 2 tbs of oil, and sauté 1/2 lb of shrimp on high heat for 3-5 mins. Add fried tofu, minced dried shrimp, 1/2 cup of minced preserved sweet radish, 1/4 cup of minced garlic, 1/3 cup of chopped shallots. Sauté for 2 mins. Add 1 tbs of oil. == Step 5: Add rice noodles & fold in the sauce (sauce ratio will vary on preference as well as pan type). Add 2 tbsp of oil, then (4) eggs. Add chives & bean sprouts. Toss & mix well for another 4-5 mins. Adjust to taste. Plate, add peanuts, spices and lime as preferred! ENJOY 😋