Seafood Pasta Stir-Fry

Number of Servings: 
8
Ingredients: 
1 pound bow ties, radiatore or other medium pasta shape, uncooked
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
8 ounces, peeled and deveined, uncooked shrimp
8 ounces sea scallops
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes (optional)
8 ounces fresh snow peas, cut in half
2 carrots, julienned
1 red bell pepper, ribs and seeds removed, julienned
2 teaspoons corn starch
1 tablespoon water
Instructions: 

Combine the vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, orange peel and orange juice in a nonmetallic bowl; add shrimp and scallops and toss them gently to coat seafood. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cook pasta according to package directions. While pasta is cooking, heat oil in a nonstick wok or skillet; add shrimp mixture (do not drain). Add hot red pepper flakes, if desired. Stir-fry 2 minutes. Add snow peas, carrots and bell pepper; cover and cook 2 minutes or until shrimp are pink and scallops are opaque. Dissolve cornstarch in water; stir into wok. Cook 1 minute. When pasta is done, drain well. Transfer to serving bowl and pour stir-fry over top. Toss lightly.

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  • I am finally convinced that the cholesterol found in shrimp isn’t going to raise my blood cholesterol and may actually decrease my risk of heart disease.  Are there any other nutrients found in shrimp that can make me healthier?
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We already know that shrimp is low in fat and calories. But if you are concerned about cholesterol, there is good news. You do not have to give up shrimp! Research shows and dietitians concur that the high percentage of "good fats" in shrimp reduces the impact of cholesterol. So enjoy shrimp as part of a balanced - and delicious - diet.