Description
Shrimp Asparagus Stir Fry is a vibrant and nutritious dish that comes together in just 25 minutes, making it the perfect choice for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With tender shrimp, fresh asparagus, and colorful vegetables, this dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also aligns with your health goals. The savory garlic-ginger sauce adds depth of flavor while keeping the meal light and refreshing. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal that looks as good as it tastes!
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
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water; pat dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare vegetables: wash asparagus, slice bell pepper, rinse snap peas, and mince garlic and ginger.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, cornstarch, and water until smooth.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat; add oil.
- Stir-fry garlic and ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp in a single layer; cook for 2–3 minutes without stirring. Flip shrimp; cook until pink and opaque (about 1–2 minutes). Remove from pan.
- In the same pan, stir-fry asparagus and bell pepper for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add snap peas; stir-fry another 2 minutes.
- Return shrimp to the pan; pour sauce mixture over everything. Stir to coat.
- Cook for an additional minute until sauce thickens; adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 160mg