Description
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with this Shrimp Asparagus Stir Fry: A Quick and Delicious Recipe for Healthy Eating. This vibrant dish combines succulent shrimp with crisp asparagus, colorful bell peppers, and snap peas, all tossed together in a savory sauce that elevates every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests without the hassle. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal that is both nutritious and satisfying.
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 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry; season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare vegetables: trim asparagus, slice bell pepper, rinse snap peas, and mince garlic and ginger.
- Mix sauce: whisk together soy sauce, cornstarch, and water until dissolved.
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat; sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add shrimp in a single layer; cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side until pink.
- Flip shrimp and cook for another minute; remove from pan.
- Stir-fry asparagus and red bell pepper for about 3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add snap peas; stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes.
- Return shrimp to the pan; pour sauce over everything and stir to coat.
- Cook for an additional minute until sauce thickens slightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg