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Sweet Chili Shrimp with Asparagus

Sweet Chili Shrimp with Asparagus in Just 20 Minutes

A quick, healthy dish of tender shrimp and crisp asparagus coated in sweet chili sauce, ready in 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp and Asparagus
  • 1 lb Shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 lb Asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil or Sesame Oil Use sesame oil for deeper flavor
For the Flavorful Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Sweet Chili Sauce Honey Sriracha can be used for spice
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce or Tamari Low-sodium option available
  • 1 tbsp Honey Reduce for lower sugar option
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar Ensure it's not sweetened
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch mixed with water For thickening sauce
For Aromatic Depth
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Freshly minced preferred
  • 1 tbsp Ginger, grated For added warmth
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper Basic seasoning
For Garnishment
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Seeds For crunch and presentation
  • 2 stalks Green Onions, chopped For garnish
  • 2 Lime Wedges For serving

Equipment

  • Wok or large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • measuring spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Ingredients: Pat the shrimp dry, season with salt and pepper. Trim asparagus and cut into 2-inch pieces. Mince garlic and grate ginger.
  2. Make Sauces: Combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and cornstarch mixed with water in a bowl.
  3. Stir-Fry Asparagus: Heat oil in a wok over medium-high. Stir-fry asparagus for 2-3 minutes until bright green, then set aside.
  4. Cook Shrimp: In the same pan, add shrimp, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Cook until shrimp is pink and opaque, about 4-5 minutes.
  5. Combine: Pour sauce over shrimp, let thicken for 1-2 minutes, then add asparagus back to the pan and mix.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 165mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, prepare all ingredients before starting the cooking process.

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