SHRIMP AND PASTA STIR-FRY

Shrimp and Pasta Stir-fry image

Provided by PaulaG

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 lb peeled and deveined medium-sized shrimp
1/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1/4 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 lb fresh asparagus, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 cup hot cooked penne pasta
1/3 teaspoon lemon pepper
salt

Steps:

Slice shrimp in half lengthwise.
Prepare the penne pasta as per package directions.
Mix together the mayonnaise, broth, lemon rind and lemon juice.
Heat the seasame oil in a non-stick skillet or wok.
Stir-fry the ginger and garlic in the hot oil over medium high heat for 1 to 2 minutes.
Add shrimp and asparagus; stir-fry 3 minutes or until shrimp turns pink.
Do not overcook as the shrimp will become tough.
Add mayonnaise mixture and cooked pasta; cook, stirring frequently until heated through.
Sprinkle with lemon pepper and serve.
The cooking time includes the time to prepare the pasta.