A light, delicious stir-fry with tender shrimp, crisp asparagus, and savory mushrooms tossed in a garlicky soy sauce glaze.
⭐ Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
Main
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1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled & deveined
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1 bunch asparagus, trimmed & cut into 2-inch pieces
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1 cup sliced mushrooms (button, cremini, or shiitake)
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2 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp ginger, minced (optional)
Sauce
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2 tbsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
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1 tbsp oyster sauce (or extra soy sauce)
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1 tbsp rice vinegar or lemon juice
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1 tsp honey (optional for sweetness)
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½ tsp black pepper
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½–1 tsp chili flakes (optional)
🍽 Instructions
Step 1 – Sauté the Shrimp
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Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high.
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Add shrimp, sprinkle salt & pepper.
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Cook 2–3 minutes until pink and curled.
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Remove and set aside.
Step 2 – Cook the Veggies
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Add the remaining 1 tbsp oil to the same pan.
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Toss in asparagus and cook 3 minutes.
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Add mushrooms and cook another 2–3 minutes.
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Add garlic and ginger; cook 30 seconds.
Step 3 – Combine Everything
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Return shrimp to the pan.
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Pour in the sauce mixture.
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Stir-fry everything together for 1–2 minutes until glossy and coated.
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Taste and adjust seasoning.
🌿 Serve With
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Steamed jasmine rice
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Cauliflower rice (low-carb)
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Noodles
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Quinoa
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Fresh lemon wedges
❓ Q/A
Q: Can I use frozen shrimp?
A: Yes! Thaw first and pat dry for best searing.
Q: What mushrooms work best?
A: Cremini and shiitake give the most flavor, but any mushrooms work.
Q: Can I add extra veggies?
A: Absolutely — bell peppers, snap peas, broccoli, carrots, or spinach are great options.
Q: Can I make this spicy?
A: Add chili flakes, sriracha, or a sliced red chili while cooking.
Q: How do I avoid soggy shrimp?
A: Cook shrimp quickly on high heat and remove as soon as they turn pink.

