Ingredients:
1 lb ziti pasta or 1 lb other medium-shaped pasta, uncooked
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided
12 ounces frozen small shrimp, thawed
3 medium carrots, thinly sliced
1 bunch scallions, sliced
1 lb asparagus, cut into 2 inch lengths
1 cup fresh orange juice
salt and pepper
Directions:
Prepare pasta according to package directions.
While pasta is cooking, warm 1 teaspoon vegetable oil over high heat in a large skillet.
Stir-fry the shrimp until firm, opaque and lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
Remove and set aside.
Add the remaining teaspoon of vegetable oil to the pan and stir-fry the carrots for 2 minutes then add asparagus and scallions for another 3 to 4 minutes, until asparagus is tender-crisp.
When pasta is done, drain it well.
Combine all ingredients in the pasta pot and mix until warmed, about 2 minutes.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Servings: 6-8
Time preparation: 5 min.
Time total: 25 min.