Description
Shrimp Asparagus Stir Fry is a quick and healthy meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This vibrant dish combines juicy shrimp, crisp-tender asparagus, and a flavorful Asian-inspired sauce, all cooked in a single skillet.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
- 3 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
- Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish
Instructions
1. Prep the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the water and set aside.
2. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
3. Cook the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the hot oil, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
4. Stir Fry the Veggies: In the same skillet, add the garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds. Then, add the asparagus, bell pepper, and snap peas; stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
5. Combine: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Add the soy sauce and oyster sauce. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
6. Serve: Serve the Shrimp Asparagus Stir Fry hot over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, if desired.
Notes
Choose the right shrimp: Opt for large, fresh shrimp for the best texture and flavor. Peel and devein them before cooking.
Prep the asparagus properly: Trim the tough ends of the asparagus and cut the spears into 2-inch pieces for even cooking.
Avoid overcrowding the pan: Cook the shrimp in batches if necessary to prevent them from steaming instead of searing.
Adjust the sauce to your taste: Add more soy sauce or oyster sauce for a stronger flavor, or a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg