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Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry with Mushrooms made easy!

A quick and easy Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry with Mushrooms recipe that is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 bunch asparagus trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 8 ounces mushrooms sliced (button or cremini)
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked rice or noodles for serving

Method
 

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes until they turn pink. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the asparagus and mushrooms, cooking for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, cornstarch, and water until smooth. Pour this mixture over the vegetables in the skillet, stirring to coat.
  5. Return the shrimp to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce has thickened.
  6. Drizzle with sesame oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve the stir-fry over cooked rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider adding a splash of rice vinegar or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for heat.
  • You can also substitute the shrimp with chicken or tofu for a different protein option.

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