Stir-Fry Shrimp with Asparagus

By garciamoss

This simple stir-fried shrimp and asparagus dish is a perfect Asian night dinner idea.

Ingredients

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and de-veined
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 pound asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1 green onion, chopped

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, place shrimp, seasoning with salt and pepper; set aside.

In a smaller bowl, mix the water with the sugar, oyster sauce, and corn starch; set aside.

Heat a wok, or skillet, over high heat.

Add oil, garlic and onion to the work.

Add shrimp and stir-fry.

Once shrimps become opaque that resembles a pink color, add asparagus.

Stir in cornstarch mixture and stir until the sauce thickens; remove from heat and stir in green onion.

Serve with hot white rice as desired.