Description
A quick and flavorful shrimp asparagus stir fry featuring fresh vegetables and a savory soy-ginger sauce, perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Vegetables
- 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
Aromatics and Sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare Shrimp: Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel. Lightly season with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Prep Vegetables: Wash and chop the asparagus into 2-inch pieces. Slice the red bell pepper into strips. Rinse snap peas thoroughly. Mince garlic and fresh ginger to release their aromatic flavors.
- Make Sauce: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), cornstarch, and water. Stir until the cornstarch is fully dissolved and the sauce is smooth.
- Heat Pan: Place a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and swirl the pan to coat the surface evenly.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and ginger to the hot oil, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant and slightly golden, careful not to burn.
- Cook Shrimp: Add the shrimp in a single layer to the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink on one side, then flip and cook for an additional minute. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- Cook Vegetables: In the same pan, stir-fry the asparagus and red bell pepper for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften but retain some crunch.
- Add Snap Peas: Toss in the snap peas and continue to stir-fry for another 2 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
- Combine and Sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the pan. Pour the prepared sauce over the shrimp and vegetables, stirring well to coat everything evenly.
- Thicken Sauce: Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and glaze the stir fry ingredients.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of regular soy sauce.
- Oyster sauce is optional but adds depth to the flavor; omit for a lighter taste or to keep it pescatarian.
- Be careful not to overcook the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- Feel free to substitute snap peas with snow peas or green beans based on preference.
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
