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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: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
Vegetables
  • 1 bunch asparagus trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup carrots sliced
Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of water
  • 1 teaspoon ginger minced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons green onions chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted

Method
 

Prepare the Ingredients
  1. Wash and trim the asparagus, slice the bell pepper and carrots, and mince the garlic and ginger.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch mixture, garlic, and ginger to create the sauce.
Cook the Stir Fry
  1. Heat the wok over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil.
  2. Add the shrimp and stir-fry until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the asparagus, bell pepper, and carrots to the wok and stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Pour the sauce over the shrimp and vegetables, stirring to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Serve
  1. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
  2. Serve hot over rice or noodles if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or sliced chili peppers during cooking.

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