Description
This Delicious Shrimp and Asparagus recipe is a quick, healthy, and flavorful meal featuring tender shrimp and crisp asparagus sautéed with garlic, butter, and fresh lemon. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights when you want a nutritious and delicious dinner on the table fast.
Ingredients
Shrimp and Asparagus
- 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
Seasonings and Cooking
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Season the shrimp: In a bowl, combine the shrimp with paprika, salt, and black pepper to evenly coat them with the spices, ensuring flavorful bites.
- Heat the skillet: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil and butter. Allow the butter to melt and the mixture to become hot but not smoking.
- Cook the asparagus: Add the asparagus pieces to the skillet and sauté for 4–5 minutes until they become crisp-tender, maintaining a slight crunch.
- Add the garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
- Cook the shrimp: Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque, signaling they are perfectly cooked.
- Finish with lemon juice: Stir in the fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors and toss everything together evenly.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the dish and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side to squeeze over the shrimp and asparagus.
Notes
- Avoid overcooking the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- Serve this shrimp and asparagus dish over rice, pasta, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
