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Sweet Chili Shrimp with Asparagus

Sweet Chili Shrimp with Asparagus for a Delightful Weeknight Meal

Experience a quick and delicious Sweet Chili Shrimp with Asparagus, perfect for weeknight meals packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb Shrimp Feel free to substitute with chicken or tofu.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Or sesame oil for nuttier flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Freshly grated.
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust heat level to taste.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For the Veggies
  • 1 lb Asparagus Can substitute with broccoli or bell peppers.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Sweet Chili Sauce Key flavor element.
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce Or Tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tbsp Honey Agave syrup for vegan option.
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar Adds tanginess.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Mix with water to avoid clumping.
For Garnish (optional)
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds For crunch.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Chopped.
  • 1 lim Lime Wedges For added flavor.

Equipment

  • Large Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt and black pepper. Trim the asparagus to your desired length, then mince the garlic and grate the ginger.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and cornstarch slurry. Set aside.
  3. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove asparagus and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, add another splash of oil if needed, then add the shrimp, garlic, and ginger. Cook for about 2 minutes per side until the shrimp are pink.
  5. Reduce heat to medium and pour the sauce mixture over the shrimp. Cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens.
  6. Return asparagus to the pan and toss everything together for another 1-2 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy your Sweet Chili Shrimp with Asparagus over rice or noodles! Perfect for weeknight meals.

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