Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry with Mushrooms
A quick and flavorful dish featuring shrimp, asparagus, and mushrooms, perfect for any night.
Equipment
- large skillet or wok
- cutting board
- knife
- Measuring spoons
- mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp Peeled and deveined.
- 1 bunch Asparagus Trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces.
- 8 ounces Mushrooms Sliced.
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil For cooking.
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger Minced.
- 1/4 cup Soy sauce For flavor.
- 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce Adds depth of flavor.
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Mixed with 2 tablespoons water to thicken the sauce.
- 2 tablespoons Water For mixing with cornstarch.
- Salt and pepper To taste.
- Cooked rice or noodles For serving.
- Sesame seeds For garnish.
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Trim the asparagus and cut it into 2-inch pieces. Slice the mushrooms and mince the garlic and ginger.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the asparagus and mushrooms. Stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Pour in the soy sauce and oyster sauce, stirring to combine.
- Pour the cornstarch mixture into the skillet, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the shrimp and asparagus stir-fry over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds.
Notes
Enjoy your Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry with Mushrooms, a quick and delicious meal that’s perfect for any night!