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Sweet Chili Shrimp with Asparagus

Sweet Chili Shrimp with Asparagus is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together succulent shrimp and crisp asparagus, all enveloped in a delightful sweet and spicy sauce. This quick, easy recipe can be prepared in under 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you’ll create a meal that bursts with flavor and has everyone asking for seconds!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus trimmed
  • 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Prepare your ingredients: Wash asparagus and trim woody ends; rinse shrimp under cold water.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add asparagus and sauté for about 3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
  4. Introduce shrimp to the pan; cook for about 4 minutes or until they turn pink, flipping halfway through.
  5. Pour in sweet chili sauce and lime juice; stir to combine and heat through for another minute.
  6. Serve on plates, garnished with chopped green onions. Enjoy with rice or noodles if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 25gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 640mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9g

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