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Easy Pad Thai with Shrimp and Hillshire Farm® Smoked Sausage

This weeknight Pad Thai twist pairs tender shrimp with smoky sausage for a bold, sweet-tangy bite balanced by lime, soy, and a touch of fish sauce. Fresh cilantro and crunchy peanuts add brightness and texture, making it a lively, satisfying dish to serve for dinner when you want vibrant flavors without a long cook.

  • Prep15 hrs
  • Cook15 hrs
  • Serves10
  • DifficultyEasy
Easy Pad Thai with Shrimp and Hillshire Farm® Smoked Sausage
  1. 1

    Cook the noodles as the package directs. Rinse thoroughly with cold water to keep them from sticking and set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Arrange the smoked sausage in a single layer and cook on both sides until browned, about 6 minutes total. Transfer to a plate.

  3. 3

    Add the vegetable oil to the skillet, then add the shrimp, green onions, and garlic. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until the shrimp turns opaque.

  4. 4

    Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, fish sauce, and 2 tablespoons water together.

  5. 5

    Add the noodles and smoked sausage to the skillet, then pour in the soy mixture. Stir well to combine. Raise the heat to medium-high and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the noodles are hot. Stir in 1/2 of the cilantro and peanuts. Ladle the pad Thai into serving bowls and top with the remaining cilantro and peanuts.

About This Recipe

Easy Pad Thai with Shrimp and Hillshire Farm® Smoked Sausage is a Thai dinner recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 30 hrs, serves 10, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Brown Sugar, Fish Sauce, Fresh Cilantro, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 384.69 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Easy Pad Thai with Shrimp and Hillshire Farm® Smoked Sausage?
It is a Thai recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
What is Easy Pad Thai with Shrimp and Hillshire Farm® Smoked Sausage made of?
The main ingredients are Brown Sugar, Fish Sauce, Fresh Cilantro, Garlic, Green Onion. The full list of 12 is above.
What goes well with Easy Pad Thai with Shrimp and Hillshire Farm® Smoked Sausage?
Explore these Thai side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Easy Pad Thai with Shrimp and Hillshire Farm® Smoked Sausage?
About 30 hrs in total: 15 hrs to prepare and 15 hrs to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 384.69 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Easy Pad Thai with Shrimp and Hillshire Farm® Smoked Sausage easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 5 steps.

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