Sesame Shrimp Asparagus

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful Sesame Shrimp Asparagus recipe, a quick and healthy stir-fry that’s bursting with bold Asian-inspired flavors. Tender shrimp and crisp-tender asparagus are cooked to perfection in a savory-sweet sauce made from soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger, delivering a delightful balance of umami and subtle sweetness in every bite. Topped with nutty sesame seeds and fresh scallions, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes, Sesame Shrimp Asparagus is a versatile dish that pairs beautifully with steamed rice, making it an ideal choice for a quick and satisfying meal. Perfect for seafood lovers and busy cooks alike, this recipe is guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 pound asparagus
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 2 scallions (sliced, for garnish)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the tough ends of the asparagus, then cut them into 2-inch pieces.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside.

Step 3

Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the asparagus and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.

Step 7

Return the shrimp to the skillet and pour the prepared sauce over the shrimp and asparagus. Stir to coat everything evenly and cook for 1-2 more minutes until heated through.

Step 8

Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the dish and toss gently.

Step 9

Transfer the Sesame Shrimp Asparagus to a serving platter and garnish with sliced scallions.

Step 10

Serve immediately, either on its own or with steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1073.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1062.4

Total Fat 48.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.4g
Cholesterol 885.8mg	0%
Sodium 3787.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.0g	0%
Total Sugars 26.9g
Protein 126.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 332.1mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 2403.8mg	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: 39.0%

Protein: 45.1%

Carbs: 16.0%