Shrimp and Asparagus Stir Fry 

This vibrant stir fry combines succulent shrimp, crisp asparagus, and earthy mushrooms in a savory sauce. It's a quick, one-pan dish that's ready in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with lean protein and essential nutrients, this meal is both satisfying and nutritious.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces

• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil

• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

• ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

• 1 tablespoon water

• 1 teaspoon cornstarch

• Salt to taste

Directions:

1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, black pepper, and cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon of water. Set aside.

2. Cook the Shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and sauté for 20–30 seconds until fragrant. Add shrimp and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until they begin to turn pink. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.

3. Stir-Fry the Vegetables: In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add mushrooms and asparagus. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.

4. Combine and Coat: Return the cooked shrimp to the pan. Pour in the prepared sauce and stir quickly to coat all the ingredients. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly and everything is well glazed.

5. Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 220 kcal

• Protein: 19g

• Fat: 12g

• Carbohydrates: 7g

• Fiber: 2g

• Sugar: 2g

• Sodium: 800mg

• Cholesterol: 190mg

• Vitamin A: 15% DV

• Vitamin C: 20% DV

• Calcium: 6% DV

• Iron: 10% DV