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Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Asparagus

A quick and easy dish featuring succulent shrimp and tender asparagus, all tossed in a zesty lemon garlic sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Large shrimp Peeled and deveined.
  • 1 bunch Asparagus Trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces.
  • 3 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Optional, for heat.
  • Salt to taste Salt Enhances flavor.
  • Pepper to taste Pepper Enhances flavor.
  • 1 lemon Lemon Zested and juiced.
  • Fresh parsley for garnish Fresh parsley Chopped.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Serving spoon

Method
 

  1. Clean and dry the shrimp, ensuring they are peeled and deveined.
  2. Trim the woody ends off the asparagus and cut them into 2-inch pieces.
  3. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the asparagus and sauté for about 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then remove from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Return the cooked asparagus to the skillet with the shrimp. Stir in lemon zest and lemon juice, tossing everything together for about 1 minute until heated through.
  7. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

This dish is quick to prepare and can be customized with different vegetables or proteins.