A quick and flavorful dish featuring succulent shrimp and crisp asparagus in a buttery garlic sauce.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time30 minutesmins
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 4servings
Equipment
Large Skillet
Ingredients
Seafood
1.5lbsMedium raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
Vegetables
1.5lbsAsparagus, rinsed and trimmed
Fats
3tablespoonsButter
1tablespoonOlive oil
Flavorings
5clovesGarlic, minced
1teaspoonItalian seasoning
2teaspoonsOnion powder
to tasteSalt and fresh cracked pepper
0.25cupVegetable stock
1tablespoonSriracha or any hot sauce
to tasteCrushed chili pepper flakes, optional
1/2lemonJuice of lemon
to garnishFresh chopped parsley or cilantro
Instructions
Prepare the Asparagus: Rinse and trim the woody ends from the asparagus. Cut spears into bite-sized pieces, about 2 inches long.
Cook the Asparagus: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the asparagus and season with salt and pepper. Sauté for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until just tender yet still crisp. Remove asparagus from the skillet and set aside.
Sauté the Shrimp: In the same skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and sprinkle with Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Sear shrimp on one side for about 2 minutes until pink, then flip.
Add the Garlic and Sauce: Toss in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring to prevent burning. Pour in the vegetable stock and hot sauce. Sprinkle optional chili flakes for extra heat. Simmer for 1–2 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens and shrimp are cooked through.
Combine and Finish: Return the cooked asparagus to the skillet. Add lemon juice and toss everything together to coat well in the garlic butter sauce.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and top with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat.