Shrimp and Asparagus With Ginger-Sesame Sauce

Name: Shrimp and Asparagus With Ginger-Sesame Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup dry white wine; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce; 2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger; 2 teaspoons dark sesame oil; ¼ teaspoon salt; 2 garlic cloves, minced; black pepper, to taste; 1 12 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 2 cups diagonally sliced asparagus (2-inch slices); 1 ½ cups sliced shiitake mushroom caps; 1 ½ cups sliced button mushrooms; ¼ cup water; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 3 cups hot cooked long-grain rice; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Servings: persons

¼ cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
¼ teaspoon salt
2 garlic cloves, minced
black pepper, to taste
1 12 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 cups diagonally sliced asparagus (2-inch slices)
1 ½ cups sliced shiitake mushroom caps
1 ½ cups sliced button mushrooms
¼ cup water
2 teaspoons cornstarch
3 cups hot cooked long-grain rice
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

1
For the shrimp: combine the first 9 ingredients in a large zip-lock heavy duty plastic bag; seal the bag and marinate in the frig for 1 hour.
2
Remove shrimp from the bag and reserve the marinade.
3
Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
4
Add in the asparagus and mushrooms; stir/saute for 5 minutes.
5
Add in the shrimp; cook for 3 minutes or until shrimp are done.
6
Mix together the reserved marinade, water, and cornstarch; add mixture to the skillet.
7
Bring to a boil; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
8
Serve over hot rice.
9
Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

746

kcal

Calories

Fat

141

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup dry white wine, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce, 2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Shrimp and Asparagus With Ginger-Sesame Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!