Shrimp and Asparagus Stir Fry

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If you love bright, lemony flavors, you're going to love this shrimp and asparagus stir-fry. It comes together quickly and it's perfect for hectic weeknights. Serve over steamed rice.

By France Cevallos
Published on March 22, 2023
shrimp, asparagus, and lemon wedges in wok
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup chicken broth

  • 1/4 cup lemon juice

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar

  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Stir Fry:

  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil, divided

  • 1 pound asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces

  • 1 white onion, cut into 1/4-inch wide wedges

  • 1 pound large shrimp

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • crushed red chilies (optional)

  • lemon slices for garnish (optional)

Directions

  1. Whisk chicken broth, lemon juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, lemon zest, and cornstarch together in a bowl and set aside.

  2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and onion and cook until asparagus is tender-crisp, stirring frequently, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove vegetables from skillet and set aside.

  3. Heat remaining oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat and cook shrimp for 2 minutes, flipping over halfway through.

  4. Add asparagus and onion back to the skillet . Stir sauce and pour over the shrimp. Bring sauce to a simmer, stirring constantly until it thickens, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Garnish with crushed red chilies and lemon slices if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

265 Calories
9g Fat
17g Carbs
30g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 265
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 9%
Cholesterol 240mg 80%
Sodium 1666mg 72%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 30g 60%
Vitamin C 17mg 19%
Calcium 147mg 11%
Iron 2mg 10%
Potassium 568mg 12%

* 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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