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Shrimp Asparagus Stir Fry

Shrimp Asparagus Stir Fry: A Quick and Delicious Recipe for Healthy Eating
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Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant Shrimp Asparagus Stir Fry, a quick and wholesome dish that’s ready in just 25 minutes. Bursting with fresh flavors and colorful vegetables, this recipe offers a satisfying meal without the hassle. Perfect for busy evenings or impressing guests, it features tender shrimp paired with crisp asparagus, bell peppers, and snap peas, all coated in a savory garlic-ginger sauce. Serve it over rice or noodles for a delightful culinary experience that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Cooked rice or noodles for serving

Instructions

  1. Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Prepare vegetables: wash asparagus, slice bell pepper, rinse snap peas, and mince garlic and ginger.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, cornstarch, and water until smooth.
  4. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat; add vegetable oil.
  5. Stir-fry minced garlic and ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Add shrimp to the pan in a single layer; cook for 2–3 minutes until pink. Flip and cook another minute until fully cooked through. Remove shrimp from pan.
  7. In the same pan, stir-fry asparagus and red bell pepper for 2–3 minutes; add snap peas and stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes.
  8. Return shrimp to the pan; pour sauce over ingredients and stir to coat well.
  9. Cook for an additional minute until sauce thickens slightly. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  10. Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles.

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