Shrimp and Butternut Squash in Coconut Milk Broth

Shrimp and Butternut Squash in Coconut Milk Broth
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Ingredients:
3/4 cup fat-free low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons tomato paste
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 (14 ounce) cans light coconut milk
2 cups butternut squash, 3/4-inch cubes
1 cup red bell peppers, julienned
1 lb large shrimp, peeled, deveined and halved lengthwise
2 cups hot cooked basmati rice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro

Directions:
Combine chicken broth, brown sugar, salt, tomato paste, crushed red pepper, black pepper and coconut milk in a large saucepan and stir with a whisk.
Stir in squash and bell peppers.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes or until squash is tender.
Stir in shrimp.
Bring to a boil and cook for about 1-2 minutes or until shrimp are done; stirring occasionally.
Stir in rice, lime juice, and cilantro. Heat for 2 minutes.
Serve!

Servings: 4

Time preparation: 10 min.

Time total: 30 min.

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