Stir-fried Shrimp Asparagus Mushrooms (Printable Version)

Lively shrimp, asparagus, and mushrooms tossed quickly for a flavorful, easy, and satisfying main course.

# Everything You’ll Need:

→ Main

01 - 450 grams shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 450 grams asparagus, trimmed
03 - 225 grams cremini mushrooms, sliced

→ Aromatics and Seasonings

04 - 4 to 6 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 30 milliliters olive oil
06 - 15 milliliters soy sauce or tamari
07 - 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
08 - Salt, to taste

→ Optional Enrichment

09 - 15 grams unsalted butter

# Steps to Cook:

01 - Wash and trim asparagus. Slice cremini mushrooms. Peel and devein shrimp. Mince the garlic cloves.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and stir-fry for approximately 30 seconds until aromatic but not browned.
03 - Add sliced mushrooms and trimmed asparagus to the pan. Stir-fry for 3 to 5 minutes until asparagus is bright green and tender-crisp.
04 - Add prepared shrimp to the pan and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring consistently until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked.
05 - Season the stir-fry with soy sauce or tamari, black pepper, and salt as desired. For extra richness, add butter during the last minute, stirring to combine.
06 - Serve hot as is, or over steamed rice or quinoa for a more substantial meal.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For extra heat, sprinkle with red pepper flakes when seasoning. Vary the vegetables by adding bell peppers, zucchini, or onions. Substitute shiitake or oyster mushrooms for cremini based on availability. For richer umami, a drizzle of oyster or teriyaki sauce works well. Garnish with chopped spring onions or sesame seeds if desired.