Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry with Mushrooms Recipe
This Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry with Mushrooms is a quick and flavorful dish featuring succulent shrimp, tender asparagus, and earthy mushrooms tossed in a savory soy and oyster sauce glaze. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, it combines fresh ingredients with a delightful garlic-ginger seasoning, served best over steamed rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Vegetables
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
Sauce and Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Serving
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Peel and devein the shrimp if not already done. Trim the asparagus and cut into 2-inch pieces. Slice mushrooms and mince garlic and grate fresh ginger.
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
- Cook Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the pan and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until they start turning pink and are nearly cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Cook Vegetables: In the same pan, add asparagus and mushrooms. Stir-fry for 3 to 5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Add Sauce and Shrimp: Return the shrimp to the pan. Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and sesame oil. Toss everything together for another 1 to 2 minutes until shrimp are fully cooked, and the sauce coats all ingredients evenly.
- Season and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a splash of chili garlic sauce while cooking.
- If oyster sauce is unavailable or preferred to be omitted for dietary reasons, simply increase soy sauce slightly or add a splash of hoisin sauce for sweetness.
- Ensure shrimp is cooked just until pink to avoid toughness.
- Use fresh asparagus for best texture and flavor; frozen can be used but may be softer.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days but are best enjoyed fresh.
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