Name: Shrimp with Asparagus & Cashews
Ingredients: 1 lb. asparagus - hard ends snapped off (then stalks cut into thirds); 1/2 lb. large shrimp (about 14-15 shrimp - shelled and deveined); 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2-3 garlic cloves; 1 tablespoon Shaoxing rice wine or dry sherry (optional); Salt & freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/4 teaspoon finely ground white pepper; Handful of unsalted roasted cashews; 1 teaspoon sesame oil

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5 from 1 vote

Shrimp with Asparagus & Cashews

Course: Main Course, Seafood

Keyword: asparagus, cashews, shrimp

Servings:

Author: Season with Spice

Ingredients

1 lb. asparagus - hard ends snapped off then stalks cut into thirds
1/2 lb. large shrimp about 14-15 shrimp - shelled and deveined
1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2-3 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon Shaoxing rice wine or dry sherry optional
Salt & freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 teaspoon finely ground white pepper
Handful of unsalted roasted cashews
1 teaspoon sesame oil

Instructions

Bring a saucepan of water to a rolling boil, then add in asparagus and blanch for one minute. Drain and run under cold water to refresh. Set aside.
Heat butter in a large frying pan or wok over medium heat. When the butter starts to froth, add garlic and sauté for a few seconds until fragrant. Add in blanched asparagus. Turn heat up to high and stir fry for one minute. Add in shrimp and continue to stir fry for 2-3 minutes. Toss to coat with the butter, then add the seasonings. Stir in cashews and sesame oil, mixing well. Serve immediately.
Note: - If you get the shrimp cleaned ahead of time (or buy them pre-shelled & deveined), this dish is so quick and easy to cook up, giving you a tasty meal on any day of the week.