The surprising combination of ground pork and shrimp adds a unique flavor to this easy Asian-inspired dish.

Snake Alley Noodles

3/4 pound uncooked spaghetti
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons dry sherry
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 pound ground pork
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3/4 cup chopped green onions
1/2 pound cooked baby shrimp,
rinsed and drained

1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions, omitting salt; drain and keep warm.
2. Meanwhile, combine soy sauce, sherry, cornstarch and 1 cup water; set aside.
3. Stir-fry pork with ginger, garlic and red pepper in hot wok or large skillet over medium heat, until pork is cooked. Add green onions; stir-fry 1 minute. Add soy sauce mixture; cook and stir until mixture boils and thickens slightly. Stir in shrimp and heat through.
4. Pour over noodles and toss to combine.

Serves 4.

Nutrition Facts: Calories 618 calories Protein 45 grams Fat 18 grams Sodium 1140 milligrams Cholesterol 184 milligrams Saturated Fat 6 grams Carbohydrates 69 grams

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of Pork, The Other White Meat.