Shrimp in Cilantro Sauce

== Description ==
Contributed by Healthy Recipes for Diabetic Friends Y-Group
* Source: www.bhg.com
* Start to Finish: 30 minutes
* Makes 2 servings
== Ingredients ==
* 8 oz fresh or frozen large shrimp in shells
* 2 tomatillos, husked, rinsed, and chopped (½ cup)
* ¼ cup chopped onion
* 1 clove garlic, minced
* 1 fresh jalapeno or serrano pepper, seeded and finely chopped
* 2 tsp olive oil or cooking oil
* ¼ cup chicken broth
* ¼ cup lightly packed fresh cilantro sprigs
* ¼ cup lightly packed fresh parsley sprigs
* 1½ cups hot cooked rice
* tomato wedges (optional)
* cilantro sprigs (optional)
== Directions ==
# Thaw shrimp, if frozen. Peel and devein shrimp; rinse.
# Set shrimp aside.
=== Green sauce ===
# In a medium skillet cook tomatillos, onion, garlic, and jalapeno or serrano pepper in hot oil for about 5 minutes or until onion is tender.
# Cool slightly.
# Place tomatillo mixture in a blender container or food processor bowl; add chicken broth, cilantro, and parsley.
# Cover and blend or process until nearly smooth.
# Return mixture to skillet and heat through.
=== Assembly ===
# Meanwhile, in a large saucepan cook shrimp in boiling water for 1 to 3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Drain well.
# Toss cooked shrimp with sauce.
# To serve, spoon shrimp mixture over rice.
# If desired, garnish with tomato wedges and additional cilantro. 
== Notes ==
* Make-ahead tip: prepare the sauce as directed, except do not return the sauce to the skillet. Cover and chill the sauce for up to 2 days. To serve, place in a covered saucepan and heat over medium heat until hot.
* Double the recipe to serve 4
* Use a large skillet to cook the tomatillo mixture.
== Nutritional information ==
Per serving:
* 119 Calories | 5g Total Fat | 1g Saturated Fat | 131mg Cholesterol | 252mg Sodium | 4g Carbs | 4g Fiber | 15g Protein 
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