Stir-fried Shrimp with Snow Peas

Number of Servings: 
4
Ingredients: 
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons water
½ teaspoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 to 2 tablespoons canola or peanut oil
1 pound medium or large shrimp, shelled and deveined
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
½ pound snow peas
Instructions: 

Whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, water, ginger, and cornstarch and set aside. Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over high heat. Add the shrimp and cook about 1 minute. Add the red bell pepper and snow peas and cook, stirring constantly, until the vegetables are crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Rewhisk the soy sauce mixture and add to the pan. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens slightly, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately.
Source: Janice Newell Bissex, MS, RD & Liz Weiss, MS, RD Cofounders, Meal Makeover Moms.com

Nutrition Information: 
170 calories, 5g fat (0.5g saturated, 0.7g omega-3), 630mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate, 2g fiber, 21g protein, 25% vitamin A, 110% vitamin C, 20% iron
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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.