Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry with Garlic and Ginger
A quick and healthy stir-fry featuring tender shrimp, crisp asparagus, and a fragrant garlic-ginger sauce. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, vegetable oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the wok, then add 1 lb asparagus pieces. Stir-fry for 4 minutes until asparagus is bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the asparagus. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Pour the sauce into the wok and stir to coat asparagus.
- Step 5: Return the cooked shrimp to the wok and toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until heated through and sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry with Garlic and Ginger take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry with Garlic and Ginger?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep vegetable oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry with Garlic and Ginger?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry with Garlic and Ginger for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry with Garlic and Ginger?
Asian seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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