Jumbo Shrimp and Asparagus

4.4

(107)

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If you don't love asparagus, this will bring you into the fold. It's fantastic.

Submitted by Amy

Updated on August 8, 2022

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

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Ingredients

2 cups water
2 bunches asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
24 large fresh shrimp, peeled, deveined and cut in half lengthwise
2 teaspoons chopped fresh ginger root
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon dry sherry
salt to taste

Directions

In a medium saucepan, bring two cups of water to a boil. Cook asparagus in boiling water for 3 minutes. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons of liquid.
Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute the shrimp pieces until the color changes, about 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in asparagus with reserved liquid , and season with ginger, soy sauce, sugar, sherry and salt to taste. Continue to cook for 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

107	Calories
5g	Fat
8g	Carbs
9g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 107
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g	7%
Saturated Fat 1g	4%
Cholesterol 44mg	15%
Sodium 538mg	23%
Total Carbohydrate 8g	3%
Dietary Fiber 3g	10%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 9g	18%
Vitamin C 11mg	12%
Calcium 49mg	4%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 383mg	8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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