Description
Shrimp Asparagus Stir Fry: A Quick and Delicious Recipe for Healthy Eating is your go-to solution for a nutritious meal prepared in just 25 minutes. Featuring tender shrimp combined with crisp asparagus and vibrant vegetables, this dish is not only healthy but also bursting with flavor. Tossed in a savory sauce made from soy sauce and ginger, every bite is a delightful experience. Whether served over rice or noodles, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
- Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water; pat dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare vegetables: wash asparagus, slice bell pepper, rinse snap peas; mince garlic and ginger.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), cornstarch, and water until smooth.
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat; sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds.
- Add shrimp in a single layer; cook for 2-3 minutes without stirring until pink. Remove shrimp.
- In the same pan, stir-fry asparagus and bell pepper for 2-3 minutes; add snap peas and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Return shrimp to pan; pour sauce mixture over all ingredients and stir to coat.
- Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly; adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve immediately over cooked rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/4 of the dish (about 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 215mg