Chinese Stir Fried Shrimp with Asparagus

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this quick and flavorful Chinese Stir-Fried Shrimp with Asparagus recipe. Succulent shrimp, perfectly seared, pair harmoniously with tender-crisp asparagus in a savory sauce made with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a splash of aromatic Shaoxing wine. Infused with fragrant garlic and ginger, every bite bursts with classic Chinese flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy stir-fry is perfect for busy evenings yet elegant enough for entertaining. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your home. A must-try for lovers of Asian cuisine and stir-fry enthusiasts!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 300 grams asparagus (trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1.5 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons water (divided)
• 1 teaspoon ginger (finely minced)
• 2 cloves garlic (finely minced)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 0.25 teaspoon white pepper (optional, for seasoning)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Place them in a bowl and toss with 1 teaspoon of cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of water. Let marinate for 10 minutes.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, sugar, sesame oil, and the remaining 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water. Mix well to create the sauce.

Step 3

Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.

Step 4

Add the shrimp to the wok in a single layer. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until they just start to turn pink. Remove the shrimp from the wok and set aside.

Step 5

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the wok. Toss in the minced ginger and garlic, stir-frying for 15-20 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Increase the heat to high and add the asparagus. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the asparagus is bright green and tender-crisp.

Step 7

Return the shrimp to the wok. Stir the sauce mixture again to ensure it is well combined, then pour it into the wok.

Step 8

Toss everything together, letting the sauce thicken and coat the shrimp and asparagus. This should take about 1-2 minutes.

Step 9

Season with a pinch of white pepper if desired and remove from heat.

Step 10

Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(925.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	940.3

Total Fat 45.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.7g
Cholesterol 878.8mg	0%
Sodium 2450.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 10.3g
Protein 118.2g	0%

Vitamin D 804.7IU	0%
Calcium 270.8mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 1920.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.4%

Protein: 47.6%

Carbs: 11.1%