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Shrimp Asparagus Stir Fry

A quick and delicious recipe for healthy eating featuring shrimp and asparagus stir-fried to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp and Vegetables
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 lb asparagus trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup bell pepper sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger minced
Sauce
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce low sodium
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp honey optional for sweetness
Garnish
  • 2 tbsp green onions sliced
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds toasted

Method
 

Prepare the Ingredients
  1. Wash and trim the asparagus, then cut it into 2-inch pieces.
  2. Peel and devein the shrimp if not already done.
  3. Slice the bell pepper, mince the garlic and ginger.
Make the Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch mixed with water, and honey.
Stir Fry
  1. Heat a wok over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil.
  2. Add the garlic and ginger, stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the asparagus and bell pepper, stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
  5. Pour the sauce over the stir-fry and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until thickened.
Serve
  1. Remove from heat, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

Serve with steamed rice or quinoa for a complete meal.

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