Sesame Shrimp Scampi Recipe

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Sesame Shrimp Scampi
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Directions:

  1. Combine 8 cups ice water and salt in a large bowl, stirring until salt dissolves. Add shrimp; cover and refrigerate 30 minutes. Drain shrimp; discard brine. Rinse and pat dry.
  2. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain and keep warm.
  3. Combine 1/4 cup water and cornstarch in a small bowl. Add vinaigrette, stirring with a whisk until well blended.
  4. Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add shrimp to pan; stir-fry 2 minutes. Add butter and garlic to pan; stir-fry 1 minute. Reduce heat to low.
  5. Add cornstarch mixture to pan; bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  6. Remove from heat; stir in basil. Serve shrimp mixture over pasta; sprinkle with sesame seeds.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 683.79 Kcal (2863 kJ)
Calories from fat 130.55 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14.51g 22%
Cholesterol 105.4mg 35%
Sodium 1068.05mg 45%
Potassium 783.05mg 17%
Total Carbs 99.22g 33%
Sugars 15.18g 61%
Dietary Fiber 13.89g 56%
Protein 41.7g 83%
Vitamin C 7.8mg 13%
Iron 8mg 44%
Calcium 541.6mg 54%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 155.17 Kcal (650 kJ)
Calories from fat 29.63 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.29g 22%
Cholesterol 23.92mg 35%
Sodium 242.37mg 45%
Potassium 177.69mg 17%
Total Carbs 22.52g 33%
Sugars 3.44g 61%
Dietary Fiber 3.15g 56%
Protein 9.46g 83%
Vitamin C 1.8mg 13%
Iron 1.8mg 44%
Calcium 122.9mg 54%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 14.1
    Points
  • 17
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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