Orange asparagus stir-fry

4 Servings

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
1 pounds Mostaccioli or Ziti OR other medium pasta shape, uncooked
2 teaspoons Vegetable oil; divided
12 ounces Frozen small shrimp, thawed
3 mediums Carrots thinly sliced on diagonal
1 bunch Scallions; sliced
1 pounds Asparagus; cut diagonally into 2-inch lengths
1 cup Fresh orange juice
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Prepare pasta according to package directions. While pasta is cooking, warm 1 teaspoon vegetable oil over high heat in a large non-stick wok or skillet. Stir-fry the shrimp until firm, opaque and lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Remove and set aside. Add the remaining teaspoon of vegetable oil to the pan and stir-fry the carrots for 2 minutes. Add the asparagus and scallions and stir-fry for another 3 to 4 minutes, until asparagus is tender-crisp.

When pasta is done, drain it well. Add pasta, shrimp and orange juice to skillet and toss until hot, about 2 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper and transfer to a serving bowl. Serve immediately.

Each serving provides: 349 Calories; 27⅕ g Protein; 51⅒ g Carbohydrates; 4⅖ g Fat; 166 mg Cholesterol; 217 mg Sodium. Calories from Fat: 9%

Copyright National Pasta Association () (Reprinted with permission)

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