Description
This Shrimp and Asparagus Stir Fry Recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender shrimp, crisp asparagus, and aromatic ginger and garlic. The oyster sauce adds a savory touch to this delicious stir fry.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 tablespoons avocado oil, split
- 1 pound 16/20 count shrimp, deveined and deshelled
- 1 pound asparagus, 1 1/2 inch diagonal cut and bottom 1 inch removed and discarded
- 1 1/2 tablespoons ginger, minced
- 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal brand), plus more to taste
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon oyster sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- Jasmine rice
Instructions
- Sauté garlic: In a wok or skillet over medium-high heat, add 1¼ tablespoons avocado oil and sauté garlic for one minute.
- Cook shrimp: Add shrimp, red chili flakes, and salt. Cook until shrimp are pink (about 2-3 minutes), and slightly undercooked. Remove shrimp and garlic from wok and place in a bowl. Set aside.
- Sauté asparagus: Over medium-high heat, add remaining 1¼ tablespoons avocado oil and ginger to wok. Cook for one minute then add asparagus. Stir constantly for 2 minutes. Return shrimp mixture to wok and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add oyster sauce: Add oyster sauce and ¼ cup water. Cook until liquid slightly reduces. Test asparagus for texture. Serve immediately with jasmine rice.