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Grilled Tangerine Shrimp with Whole Wheat Pasta

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Grilled Tangerine Shrimp with Whole Wheat Pasta

Prep: 55 minutes plus marinating
Grill: 10 minutes
Serves: 4

  • 2 medium tangerines
  • 3 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Our Family sesame oil
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon finely grated ginger
  • 16-20 count tail-on raw peeled and deveined Open Acres shrimp
  • 4 ounces whole wheat angel hair pasta
  • 4 (8-inch) wooden skewers
  • 2 tablespoons Our Family less-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • Our Family Nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 1⁄2 cups sliced shiitake mushrooms (3.5 ounces)
  • 1⁄2 cup shredded Open Acres carrots
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • Shredded napa cabbage for garnish (optional)

1. Grate 2 teaspoons zest and squeeze 3 cup juice from tangerines. In medium bowl, whisk together tangerine zest and juice, 2 teaspoons cilantro, garlic, 1⁄2 teaspoon sesame oil and ginger; reserve 2 tablespoons marinade. Place shrimp in large zip-top plastic bag, pour marinade over shrimp; seal bag, refrigerate 1 hour.

2. Meanwhile, in large saucepot, cook pasta as label directs. Soak skewers in water 20 minutes. In small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, vinegar and remaining 1 teaspoon cilantro and 1⁄2 teaspoon sesame oil. Spray large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray, and heat over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and carrots and cook 4 minutes, stirring constantly.

3. Drain pasta and return to saucepot. Add soy sauce mixture, vegetable mixture and green onions; toss to combine. Cover and keep warm.

4. Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium heat. Remove shrimp from marinade; discard marinade. Skewer shrimp, 4 shrimp per skewer. Grill shrimp skewers 4 to 5 minutes per side or until opaque throughout and internal temperature reaches145°.

5. Divide shrimp and noodle mixture over 4 serving plates; drizzle shrimp with reserved marinade. Serve garnished with cabbage, if desired.

Approximate nutritional values per serving: 230 Calories, 2g Fat (1g Saturated), 100mg Cholesterol, 423mg Sodium, 33g Carbohydrates, 4g Fiber, 21g Protein

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