Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound whole-grain udon noodles (or whole-wheat pasta)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 1/2 pounds frozen shrimp, deveined
  • 1 package (16 ounces) frozen stir-fry vegetables
  • 1/4 cup almonds
  • 1/4 cup sauce used for stir-fry, such as teriyaki, hoisin or soy
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup chopped scallions (optional)
  • 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Method

  • Cook noodles as directed on package. Heat oil on medium heat in a large saute pan or wok. Cook shrimp until pink, about 5 minutes. Add vegetables and almonds and cook 5 more minutes, stirring frequently. Combine sauce, orange juice and cornstarch in a bowl. Set aside. When shrimp has cooked, add sauce mixture to pan and cook until sauce thickens. Serve hot over udon. Top with scallions and sesame seeds, if desired.