Lime Shrimp with Asparagus

By bakers_delight85

Ingredients

• 3/4 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 Tbsp. water
• 3/4 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 medium sweet red pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and thinly chopped
• 1 tsp. cornstarch
• 2 Tbsp. soy sauce
• 1 Tbsp. lime juice
• 1/2 tsp. grated lime peel
• Hot cooked rice

Preparation

Step 1

Place the asparagus, garlic and water in a 1-1/2 qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 3-4 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Remove with a slotted spoon; keep warm.
Add shrimp, red pepper and jalapeno to dish. Cover and cook on high for 3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Remove with a slotted spoon; keep warm.
In a small bowl,whisk the cornstarch, soy sauce, lime juice and lime peel until blended; stir into the cooking juices. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute or until sauce is thickened and bubbly.
Stir in shrimp and asparagus mixtures. Cook, uncovered, on high for 30-60 seconds or until heated through. Serve with rice.