A celebration of texture and flavor, where the silky, cool zucchini ribbons become the perfect vehicle for that iconic Pad Thai sauce. The result is a bowl of pure, vibrant joy.
8 oz (225g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (or 200g extra-firm tofu, cubed)
2 tablespoons avocado oil or coconut oil, divided
3 tablespoons tamarind paste (the heart of the dish!)
2 tablespoons fish sauce (or soy sauce + 1 tsp miso paste for vegetarian)
1 tablespoon coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon sriracha (or more to taste)
2 tablespoons water
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup fresh bean sprouts
1/4 cup roasted peanuts, crushed
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped