Lemony Shrimp & Asparagus Recipe

Name: Lemony Shrimp & Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 14 lb fresh peeled and deveined shrimp or 14 lb frozen peeled and deveined shrimp; 14 lb fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces or 1 (10 ounce) packagefrozen cut asparagus; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 tablespoons water; 1 medium green sweet peppers or 1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; ½ teaspoon lemon, rind of, finely shredded; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 2 cups hot cooked rice; lemon wedge (optional)

Servings: persons

14 lb fresh peeled and deveined shrimp or 14 lb frozen peeled and deveined shrimp
14 lb fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces or 1 (10 ounce) packagefrozen cut asparagus
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons water
1 medium green sweet peppers or 1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons soy sauce
½ teaspoon lemon, rind of, finely shredded
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 cups hot cooked rice
lemon wedge (optional)

1
Thaw shrimp, if frozen.
2
In a 1 1/2-quart casserole combine the asparagus, garlic, and water.
3
Cook, covered, on 100% power (high) for 4 to 5 minutes or till asparagus is just crisp-tender.
4
Stir in shrimp and green or sweet red pepper.
5
Cook, covered, on high for 5 to 7 minutes (7 to 9 minutes in a low-wattage oven) or till shrimp are pink and asparagus is tender, stirring once.
6
Remove shrimp and vegetables with a slotted spoon, reserving liquid in casserole.
7
Meanwhile, in a bowl combine the soy sauce, lemon peel, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
8
Stir into liquid in casserole.
9
Cook, uncovered, on high for 2 to 4 minutes or till thickened and bubbly, stirring after every minute till mixture begins to thicken, then every 30 seconds.
10
Stir shrimp and vegetables into casserole.
11
Cook, uncovered, on high for 1 to 2 minutes or till heated through.
12
Serve with rice and lemon wedges, if desired.

2276

kcal

Calories

Fat

148

Carbs

422

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 14 lb fresh peeled and deveined shrimp or 14 lb frozen peeled and deveined shrimp, 14 lb fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces or 1 (10 ounce) packagefrozen cut asparagus, 1 garlic clove, minced, 2 tablespoons water, and more.

Yes, Lemony Shrimp & Asparagus falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lemony Shrimp & Asparagus

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