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, this stir-fry is ready in just 30 minutes and serves four.
Ingredients
Seafood
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
Vegetables
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
Sauce and Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional)
- 1 teaspoon water (for cornstarch slurry, optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Wash and clean all vegetables. Slice the mushrooms and asparagus, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger to have everything ready before cooking.
- Heat Oil: Place a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, add the olive oil, and heat until it shimmers, indicating it’s hot enough for sautéing.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the hot oil. Stir and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Cook Asparagus: Add the asparagus pieces to the pan, stir-frying for 2 minutes until they turn bright green and remain crisp-tender.
- Add Mushrooms: Toss in the sliced mushrooms and sauté for an additional 2 minutes until they soften and release their moisture.
- Cook Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, signaling they are fully cooked.
- Combine Sauce: Pour the low-sodium soy sauce over the ingredients. If using cornstarch, first mix it with water to create a slurry, then add it to the skillet. Stir well and cook for another minute until the sauce thickens and coats the stir-fry evenly.
- Serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately, ideally over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- Be careful not to overcook the shrimp to prevent them from becoming rubbery.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, the cornstarch slurry is recommended, but it can be omitted for a lighter stir-fry.
- Adjust the amount of soy sauce according to taste and dietary sodium restrictions.
- This dish pairs well with steamed jasmine rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
- For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a splash of chili garlic sauce during sautéing.