1 tbsp. butter 1 (3 oz.) pkg. Ramen noodles, broken into small pieces (reserve seasoning packet for other use) 1/2 c. slivered almonds 1/3 c. sesame seeds 1 1/4 lb. bite size butter lettuce 1 c. chopped green onion 1 lb. cooked tiny shrimp Oriental dressing In an 8 inch fry pan melt butter over medium heat until it sizzles. Add noodles and almonds; stir to coat evenly in butter. Cook. Stir until golden. Add sesame seeds; stir until mixture toasted. Pour onto paper towel to cool. Combine in large bowl lettuce, onion, shrimp, noodle mixture and dressing following: 1/2 cup rice vinegar, 1/2 cup salad oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar. Mix. Six to eight main dish servings. |