When you need a meal that is quick, colorful, and full of flavor, this shrimp and asparagus stir fry is the answer. The juicy shrimp will cook in minutes, and the crispy asparagus adds a necessary crunch to every bite. This asparagus stir fry is perfect for busy weeknights as it is a one-pan recipe with simple and satisfying ingredients.

Ingredients

Yield: 2 to 4 servings

• 1 pound peeled and deveined frozen shrimp
• Salt
• Canola or grapeseed oil
• 1 sweet onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 1 small red hot chili, thinly sliced (seeds removed for a milder heat)
• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut at a sharp angle into 2-inch pieces
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• ½ tablespoon butter

Directions

1. Rinse the shrimp in a colander under running cold water until no longer rock hard, 3 to 4 minutes. Very generously sprinkle with salt and toss in the colander. Let stand for 1 minute, then rinse well. Pat dry with paper towels.
2. Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add enough oil to generously coat the bottom, then add the onion, garlic and chili. Sprinkle with salt and cook, stirring, until the onion starts to turn translucent, 1 to 2 minutes.
3. Add the shrimp and cook, stirring, until curled more tightly, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the asparagus, soy sauce and sugar, and cook, stirring, until the asparagus are just tender, 1 to 3 minutes.
4. Turn off the heat, add the butter and stir until melted. Serve immediately.

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