Jumbo Shrimp and Asparagus

Name: Jumbo Shrimp and Asparagus
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6 Servings
Ingredients: 2 cups water; 🌿 2 bunches asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces; 🦐 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; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Cost $10, save $15

Source: Recommended by CookPal

15 Min
6 Servings
$10

Jumbo Shrimp and Asparagus

Cost $10, save $15

Source: Recommended by CookPal

15 Min
6 Servings
$10

INGREDIENTS

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

STEPS

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.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

107

Calories

9
Protein
8
Carbs
5
Fats

💡 Use fresh asparagus for the best flavor and texture.To save time, purchase pre-peeled and deveined shrimp from your local grocery store.Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a more filling meal.