Orange Shrimp with Asian Ginger Root Trenette

Pappardelle's Basil Tangerine Fettuccine Topped with Orange Shrimp

Serving Size: 4-6

Ingredients:

1 lb. Pappardelle’s Asian Ginger Root Trenette
1 cup orange juice
2 tsp orange zest
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 lb. shrimp, cleaned & deveined
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 shallots, finely diced
1 tsp brown sugar
4 tsp champagne vinegar
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
4 scallions, thinly sliced

*Replace the marinade with Pappardelle's Coral Sauce

Instructions:

In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup orange juice, zest, thyme, and shrimp. Cover and marinate for 1 hour.
Warm olive oil in a large sauté pan on medium heat. Add shallots and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.
Add shrimp with marinade to sauté pan and cook for 1 minute. Add brown sugar and mix until dissolved. Add champagne vinegar and stir together. Add remaining 1/2 cup orange juice and bring mixture to a simmer for 2 minutes.
Remove the shrimp and reduce liquid by half. Remove and discard thyme. Season sauce with salt & pepper and continue to cook until thickened.
Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and plate pasta. Add the shrimp and sauce to pasta and toss to coat. Garnish with scallions. Serve and enjoy!