Description
A quick and healthy Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry with Mushrooms recipe that combines tender shrimp, crisp asparagus, and savory mushrooms in a flavorful garlic-ginger soy sauce. Perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Vegetables
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
For Stir-Fry Sauce and Cooking
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional)
- 1 tablespoon water (for cornstarch slurry, optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Vegetables: Wash the asparagus and mushrooms thoroughly. Slice the mushrooms, trim and cut the asparagus into 2-inch pieces. Mince the garlic and grate the ginger to prepare for cooking.
- Heat the Oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until the oil is shimmering, ensuring it’s hot enough to sauté the ingredients properly.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the hot oil and sauté for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned to release their full flavor.
- Cook Asparagus: Add the asparagus pieces to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn bright green but remain crisp to retain their texture.
- Add Mushrooms: Toss in the sliced mushrooms and sauté with the asparagus for another 2 minutes until the mushrooms are softened and have released some of their moisture.
- Cook Shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the pan and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink, opaque, and are cooked through.
- Add Sauce and Thicken: Pour the low-sodium soy sauce evenly over the shrimp and vegetables. If using cornstarch, mix it with water to create a slurry and add it to the pan. Stir well and cook for an additional minute until the sauce thickens and coats all ingredients.
- Serve: Remove from heat. Optionally, sprinkle sesame seeds on top for garnish. Serve immediately with rice or noodles if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of sesame oil along with olive oil while stir-frying.
- You can substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for a variation.
- Make sure not to overcook the shrimp to keep them tender.
- If you want a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Adding red pepper flakes during step 3 can give a nice spicy kick.
