Ingredients:
8 ounces firm light tofu (optional)
2 tablespoons cornstarch, divided
8 ounces peeled large shrimp
1/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon chile paste with garlic
2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 cup prechopped onion
1/2 cup prechopped green bell pepper
1 tablespoon ground fresh ginger
1 (8-ounce) can pineapple chunks in juice, drained
Instructions:
1) Place tofu (if using) between paper towels until barely moist; cut into 1/2-inch cubes. Combine tofu (if using) , 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and shrimp. Combine remaining cornstarch, broth, and next 4 ingredients (through chile paste); set aside.
2) Heat sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp mixture to pan; saute 3 minutes. Place shrimp mixture in a bowl. Heat canola oil in pan over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper, ginger, and pineapple to pan; saute 2 minutes. Add shrimp mixture; cook 1 minute. Add broth mixture to pan; cook 1 minute.
*makes 4 servings* (Serving size: 1 cup shrimp)