Peanut Fettuccine with Shrimp, Carrots, and Snow Peas

Dairy Free
Health score
19%
Peanut Fettuccine with Shrimp, Carrots, and Snow Peas
45 min.
6
354kcal

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If you're looking for a delectable meal that combines the robust flavors of peanut with the fresh crunch of vegetables and succulent shrimp, then look no further than this Peanut Fettuccine with Shrimp, Carrots, and Snow Peas. This dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but is also a joyful celebration of taste and texture, making it perfect for a lunch, dinner, or even a side dish when entertaining guests. Plus, it’s completely dairy-free, allowing everyone to enjoy it without concern.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that serves six, making it ideal for family gatherings or meal prep for the week. The blend of creamy peanut butter and savory chicken broth creates a rich sauce that beautifully coats the fettuccine. When you add the bright, crunchy vegetables and tender shrimp, you achieve a delightful harmony that is both nutritious and fulfilling.

With its standout ingredients like fresh ginger and chili garlic sauce, this recipe boasts not just flavor, but an aromatic experience that will fill your kitchen with inviting scents. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner, the straightforward steps make this dish achievable for anyone. So grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and prepare to wow your family and friends with this vibrant and comforting dish that’s sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • cups d matchstick-cut carrots 
  • teaspoons sriracha 
  • 0.3 cup creamy peanut butter 
  • 0.8 cup less-sodium chicken broth fat-free divided
  • ounces fettuccine barilla uncooked
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh minced
  • tablespoon ginger fresh grated peeled
  •  garlic cloves thinly sliced
  • tablespoons soya sauce low-sodium
  • tablespoon vegetable oil; peanut oil preferred divided
  • pound shrimp deveined peeled
  • cups snow peas trimmed
  • tablespoon sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • colander

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
  2. Drain in a colander over a bowl, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid. Set pasta aside.
  3. Combine reserved liquid and peanut butter in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk until combined. Set aside.
  4. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add snow peas and carrots; stir-fry 3 minutes. Stir in ginger and garlic; stir-fry 2 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  6. Add 1/4 cup broth; cook 1 minute. Spoon carrot mixture into a large bowl; keep warm.
  7. Add remaining 1 teaspoon oil to pan.
  8. Add shrimp; stir-fry 2 minutes or until shrimp are done.
  9. Add shrimp to carrot mixture; keep warm.
  10. Combine remaining 1/2 cup broth, sugar, soy sauce, and chili sauce in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk until sugar dissolves.
  11. Add soy sauce mixture and peanut butter mixture to pan. Reduce heat; simmer 3 minutes or until slightly thick.
  12. Add pasta to pan, tossing to coat. Stir in the shrimp mixture; cook 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated, tossing to coat.
  13. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Calories354kcal
Protein28.73%
Fat25.43%
Carbs45.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.18
Glycemic Load
13.13
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
22.620869688366%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.38mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:353.72kcal
17.69%
Fat:10.17g
15.64%
Saturated Fat:2.04g
12.77%
Carbohydrates:41.23g
13.74%
Net Carbohydrates:36.35g
13.22%
Sugar:8.88g
9.87%
Cholesterol:153.47mg
51.16%
Sodium:570.58mg
24.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.84g
51.67%
Vitamin A:6662.46IU
133.25%
Vitamin C:41.02mg
49.72%
Selenium:31.96µg
45.65%
Manganese:0.79mg
39.3%
Phosphorus:350.88mg
35.09%
Copper:0.56mg
28.2%
Magnesium:91.51mg
22.88%
Vitamin K:22.67µg
21.6%
Fiber:4.88g
19.51%
Potassium:625.88mg
17.88%
Iron:3.19mg
17.74%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.63%
Folate:62.38µg
15.6%
Zinc:2.33mg
15.56%
Vitamin B3:3.1mg
15.49%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.18%
Vitamin E:1.78mg
11.89%
Vitamin B5:1.19mg
11.86%
Calcium:114.73mg
11.47%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.5%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.77%
Source:My Recipes