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Citrus Sesame Shrimp

Contributed by: News Canada

Treat Your Valentine To A Chinese New Year Feast

(NC) - Though flowers and chocolates are popular Valentine's Day gifts, this year, break out of the ordinary and surprise a loved one with an intimate home cooked dinner.

Not sure where to start? Consider an Asian-inspired menu to ring in the Chinese New Year, which coincides with Valentine's Day this year. With a few basic ingredients and a flavourful Asian-inspired sauce, recreating the sights and smells of the Far East in your own kitchen is easier than you might think.

To spice up Valentine's Day, consider the recipe below. Prep Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

• 16 oz jumbo shrimp- raw, peeled and deveined
• Salt and pepper to taste
• PAM cooking spray
• 2 Tbsp garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup + 2 Tbsp green onion, finely sliced
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, sliced
• 2 Tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
• 2 Tbsp white wine or vegetable stock
• 1 bottle VH Lemon Sauce
• 1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 8 oz rice noodles

Serving Size: Makes 4 - 5 Servings