Stir-Fried Garlic Butter Shrimp with Asparagus

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A quick and flavorful keto stir-fry featuring tender shrimp and crisp asparagus tossed in a garlic butter sauce. This asian fusion-inspired keto (keto, low carb) ready in about 18 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, unsalted butter, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 8 min Serves 2 Asian Fusion cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted and foaming.
  2. Step 2: Add 12 oz peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet in a single layer, season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, and cook for 2 minutes without stirring until the edges turn pink and start to crisp.
  3. Step 3: Flip the shrimp and add 1 bunch trimmed and cut asparagus pieces along with 3 minced garlic cloves, stirring to combine. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until asparagus is tender-crisp and shrimp are cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp unsalted butter, and 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes if using. Toss everything in the skillet for 1 minute until the butter melts and coats the shrimp and asparagus.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the dish. Serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Garlic Butter Shrimp with Asparagus take to make?

Total time is about 18 minutes (10 min prep + 8 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 Stir-Fried Garlic Butter Shrimp with Asparagus?

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 unsalted butter from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Garlic Butter Shrimp with Asparagus?

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 Stir-Fried Garlic Butter Shrimp with Asparagus for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.

Is Stir-Fried Garlic Butter Shrimp with Asparagus keto?

Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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