THAI LIME SHRIMP & NOODLES

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The flavors just keep popping in this quick dinner! Use as much lime zest and chili paste as you like. My family is into spicy foods, but I kept the heat moderate in this version. -Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup minced fresh basil
3 tablespoons lime juice
4 teaspoons Thai red chili paste
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1-1/2 pounds uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined
12 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
4 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 can (13.66 ounces) coconut milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
2 tablespoons grated lime zest

Steps:

  • Place the first five ingredients in a blender; cover and process until blended. Remove 1 tablespoon mixture; toss with shrimp., Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat. Add half of the shrimp mixture; stir-fry 2-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Remove from pan; keep warm. Repeat with remaining oil and shrimp mixture., Add broth, coconut milk, salt and remaining basil mixture to same pan. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir into broth mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Stir in lime zest., Drain pasta; add pasta and shrimp to sauce, tossing to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462 calories, Fat 17g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 874mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

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