Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable shrimp and asparagus recipes, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These dishes showcase the perfect harmony between succulent shrimp and crisp, tender asparagus, offering a delightful balance of textures and flavors. From quick and easy stir-fries to elegant pasta dishes and flavorful salads, our collection caters to every palate and cooking skill level. Discover the vibrant flavors of our lemon butter shrimp and asparagus, where zesty lemon and rich butter create a luscious sauce that coats each succulent bite. Indulge in the creamy delight of our shrimp and asparagus risotto, a comforting dish where arborio rice absorbs the essence of shrimp and asparagus, resulting in a velvety, flavorful masterpiece. If you're craving a lighter option, our shrimp and asparagus salad offers a refreshing combination of crisp greens, succulent shrimp, and roasted asparagus, tossed in a tangy vinaigrette dressing. Whether you're seeking a weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, our shrimp and asparagus recipes promise an unforgettable culinary experience.
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
LINGUINE WITH SHRIMP, ASPARAGUS AND CHERRY TOMATOES
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and place in a large bowl.
- Heat the oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tomatoes, 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 2 minutes. Add the crushed red pepper flakes and garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until aromatic. Add the wine and asparagus. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle the shrimp with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add the shrimp to the pan and continue to simmer until the shrimp is cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the basil, mint and oregano.
- Pour the sauce over the pasta and toss to combine. Serve immediately.
ELEGANT PENNE WITH ASPARAGUS AND SHRIMP
This is a healthy, hearty, yet elegant recipe that is good enough for guests. It is also very easy and can be made with little notice. With low-carb pasta this can a good low-carb meal idea.
Provided by MissyPorkChop
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Shrimp
Time 35m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes; drain.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic and onion, and cook until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Pour in the white wine, and simmer for 2 minutes. Stir in the red pepper flakes, butter, and asparagus; cook until the asparagus is just tender, about 3 minutes. Add the shrimp and lemon juice, continue cooking until the shrimp have turned pink and are no longer translucent in the center. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Toss the cooked penne pasta with the shrimp and asparagus mixture. Sprinkle with parsley and Parmesan cheese to garnish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 637.6 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 313.5 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 50.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 522.2 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
EASY SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS QUICHE
This recipe uses a store-bought pie crust to save time. Prep time is about 15 minutes.
Provided by Melanie
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs Quiche
Time 1h35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Pour egg whites, eggs, and cottage cheese into a blender; pulse several times to mix and blend until smooth, about 1 minute.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir asparagus and onion until asparagus is tender, about 8 minutes.
- Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat. Season shrimp with salt and black pepper; cook in hot oil until they turn pink and are no longer translucent in the center, 5 to 8 minutes.
- Fit pie crust into a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate and spread shrimp into the crust; top with asparagus mixture. Pour cottage cheese mixture over vegetables and shrimp. Spread Monterey Jack cheese over the top of the quiche. Sprinkle green onions over cheese.
- Bake quiche in the preheated oven until cheese topping is lightly browned and the quiche is set in the center, about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Cholesterol 158.9 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 554.2 mg, Sugar 4 g
SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS PENNE
This pretty pasta main course has only a few ingredients, so it's a breeze to whip up. "We used to prepare it with heavy cream, but I substituted half-and-half to cut fat, and it's just as good," writes Diane Shipley of Concord, Ohio.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute asparagus in butter for 4 minutes. Add shrimp; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Remove and keep warm., In a small bowl, combine the flour, salt and cream until smooth; gradually add to the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in 1/4 cup cheese. , Remove from the heat. Drain pasta; toss with shrimp mixture and sauce. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 199mg cholesterol, Sodium 580mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GARLIC SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS RISOTTO
Takes a second to prep but so worth it in the end.
Provided by Joshua F
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Risotto Recipes
Time 52m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pour chicken broth into a pot; bring to a simmer over medium-low heat.
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic in the hot oil until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add Arborio rice; cook, stirring frequently, until coated with oil, about 4 minutes.
- Stir 1/2 cup of the hot chicken broth into the saucepan; cook and stir until the rice has absorbed the broth, about 2 minutes. Repeat this process 4 more times, stirring constantly, until rice is creamy and tender yet firm to the bite, about 15 minutes.
- Stir shrimp and asparagus into the remaining hot broth. Cook until shrimp turns pink, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove broth from heat.
- Stir shrimp and asparagus into the rice; cook for 1 minute. Stir Parmesan cheese and butter into the rice; cook until melted, about 1 minute. Remove rice from heat. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle parsley over each serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 858.2 calories, Carbohydrate 130.3 g, Cholesterol 209.9 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 36.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 3233 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
GARLIC SHRIMP WITH ASPARAGUS AND LEMON
This easy saute uses one pan and is ready in under 30 minutes but the result is wonderful. A real taste of spring with the asparagus and lemon. Adapted from Fine Cooking magazine.
Provided by Cookin-jo
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place shrimp on paper towels and dry very well.
- Sprinkle shrimp with a bit of the pepper.
- Using a vegetable peeler, peel off strips of the lemon peel and then cut the strips into very thin long pieces; be sure to peel only the yellow part of the peel, not the bitter white part.
- Cut lemon in half and juice it into a small dish, removing seeds.
- Heat a deep 12 inch skillet (preferably NOT non-stick) over medium high heat for 1 minute.
- Add 2 Tbsp of the oil and heat until it's shimmering hot -- just a few seconds.
- Add the shrimp in a single layer and do not disturb it; let cook for about 2 minutes until browned.
- Turn shrimp over and brown the other side, about 1 1/2 minutes, then transfer to a plate. Shrimp should not be cooked through.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add garlic, stirring for 30 seconds.
- Add asparagus, lemon zest strips, red pepper flakes and cook, stirring for 2-3 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and cover, simmering for 1-2 minutes until asparagus is almost done.
- Stir cornstarch with 1 Tbsp water and stir into the pan.
- Add shrimp back to the pan and cook another 1-2 minutes until done.
- Stir in 1 Tbsp lemon juice, then taste and add more juice and pepper if needed.
SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS STIR FRY (UNDER 300 CALORIES) RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, raw shrimp, asparagus, salt, crushed red pepper, garlic, ginger, low sodium soy sauce, lemon juice
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp to the pan, then season with ½ teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper. Cook until the shrimp is pink. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and add asparagus.
- Add ginger and garlic, then season with ½ teaspoon of salt. Stir frequently and cook until the asparagus is tender-crisp.
- Return the shrimp to the pan, then add soy sauce. Stir until the ingredients are well combined. Just before the dish is ready, add lemon juice, stir once more, then serve while hot.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 26 grams, Sugar 1 gram
LEMONY RISOTTO WITH ASPARAGUS AND SHRIMP
Make and share this Lemony Risotto With Asparagus and Shrimp recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Realtor by day
Categories Rice
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring broth and water to a simmer in a medium saucepan. Add asparagus and simmer, uncovered, until just tender, about 4 minutes. Transfer asparagus with a slotted spoon to an ice bath to stop cooking, then drain. Keep broth barely simmering, covered.
- Cook onion in 2 tbsp butter with 1/4 tsp salt in a 4 qt heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add rice and cook, stirring constant;y, 1 minute. Add wine and simmer, stirring constantly until absorbed.
- Stir in 1/2 cup broth mixture and briskly simmer, stirring frequently, until absorbed. Continue adding broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently and letting each addition be absorbed before adding the next, until rice is creamy and tender but still al dente (it should be the consistency of thick soup), about 18 minutes. There will be some left-over broth mixture.
- Sir in shrimp, zest and remaining2 tbsp butter, parmesan, parsley and pepper to taste. (thin risotto with some of remaining broth if necessary).
LINGUINE WITH SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS
Provided by Moira Hodgson
Categories dinner, pastas, main course
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put shrimp in cold salted water for half an hour. Remove and peel.
- Saute leeks and garlic in two tablespoons olive oil until soft. Add tomatoes, thyme and water and simmer gently for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cut asparagus into one-and-a-half-inch pieces and briefly steam until bright green. Set aside.
- Add shrimp to sauce, cook through, then add asparagus and parsley. Correct seasoning.
- Cook linguine in six quarts boiling salted water until al dente (takes only a few minutes). Drain, place in heated bowl and toss with one tablespoon olive oil. Drain linguine and toss with sauce. Serve immediately. Needs no cheese.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 375, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 460 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
COUSCOUS RISOTTO WITH SHRIMP, ASPARAGUS AND PEAS
Categories Pasta Side Sauté High Fiber Dinner Shrimp Asparagus Pea Summer Simmer Bon Appétit Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook frozen peas, asparagus, carrots and snow peas in large pot of boiling salted water until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Drain. Transfer vegetables to bowl filled with ice water. Drain vegetables and set aside.
- Heat 3 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and sauté until pink and cooked through, about 1 1/2 minutes. Transfer shrimp to medium bowl. (Vegetables and shrimp can be prepared up to 1 day ahead. Cover each separately with plastic wrap and then refrigerate.)
- Heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and shallots and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in couscous and tomatoes. Add wine and simmer until liquid is reduced by half, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Add vegetable stock and simmer until liquid is reduced by half and couscous is just tender, stirring often, about 8 minutes. Mix in reserved vegetables and whipping cream. Cook couscous over medium heat until mixture thickens and is creamy, about 3 minutes.
- Stir Parmesan, butter and parsley into risotto. Add shrimp and mix until heated through and butter and cheese are melted and well blended, about 2 minutes. Season risotto to taste with salt and pepper. Divide risotto among 8 bowls and serve.
ORZO AND SHRIMP SALAD WITH ASPARAGUS
This is a dish that goes together quickly, can be doubled easily, and looks beautiful! Orzo , shrimp and fresh asparagus tossed with a light olive oil, lemon and basil dressing. Perfect for a warm weather picnic. Can be served chilled, at room temperature, or heated!
Provided by FOXLAIRFARM
Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Shrimp Salad Recipes
Time 2h40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Peel shrimp, reserving the shells. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the garlic and shrimp in 2 tablespoons of olive oil, stirring frequently to keep the garlic from browning. When shrimp are cooked through, remove from heat, cool and cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
- Bring water to a boil in a Dutch oven over high heat. Add shrimp shells, boil for 5 minutes, then strain out shells and discard. Stir in the orzo and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the asparagus pieces and continue cooking until the pasta is al dente, about 4 minutes. Drain into a mesh sieve, and rinse in cold water.
- Toss pasta and asparagus with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, shrimp, and green onions until evenly coated. In a separate bowl, whisk the vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, and basil until incorporated. Pour over pasta mixture and toss well; season to taste with salt and pepper. Chill for 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.2 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 86.2 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 111.9 mg, Sugar 4 g
SHRIMP AND FRESH ASPARAGUS SALAD
Let the delicate flavor of shrimp and tender-crisp asparagus shine through in a simple salad with lemon-mayonnaise dressing.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add asparagus and bell pepper; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook 6 to 8 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender, stirring frequently. Cool slightly.
- Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, paprika and garlic; blend well.
- To assemble salads, arrange asparagus and bell pepper on individual salad plates. Spoon mayonnaise mixture over each salad. Top each evenly with shrimp and hard-cooked eggs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 305 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1/4 of Recipe, Sodium 490 mg, Sugar 7 g
LINGUINE WITH SHRIMP, ASPARAGUS, ARTICHOKES, AND RED PEPPERS
Seafood is a good lean protein source for pregnant women, and shrimp is low in mercury, making it a great choice. The rainbow of other ingredients in this simple, tasty pasta dish provide other valuable nutrients for a developing baby.
Provided by ElizabethKnicely
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Prepare pasta according to package directions.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink, about 3 minutes.
- Make a well in the center of the pan and add garlic. Saute until fragrant (no longer than 30 seconds or the garlic will scorch and impart a bitterness to the dish). Add asparagus. Next add artichoke quarters, red pepper strips, and lemon juice and bring to a quick boil. Turn off the heat and add butter, tossing with shrimp and vegetables to make a quick sauce. Check seasoning and add salt and pepper if needed.
- Drain pasta, putting aside 1 cup of the pasta cooking water to use later.
- Add shrimp and sauce to pasta and combine. Pour a little of the pasta water in to adjust consistency.
- Serve warm and garnished with fresh parsley, if desired.
- Makes 2 servings.
- VARIATIONS:.
- Feel free to use your favorite type of pasta. This dish works well with scallops (which are also low in mercury) or chicken instead of shrimp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 819.8, Fat 17.3, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 229.6, Sodium 1683, Carbohydrate 122.7, Fiber 33.9, Sugar 8.1, Protein 49.2
LINGUINE WITH SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS
Categories Milk/Cream Vodka Pasta Shellfish Tomato Shrimp Asparagus Spring Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt 1/4 cup butter in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp; sautée until opaque in center, about 2 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer shrimp to bowl. Add shallots and asparagus to saucepan; sautée until shallots are tender and slightly brown, about 3 minutes. Add plum tomatoes, cream, vodka and sun-dried tomatoes. Simmer until tomatoes are tender, about 4 minutes. Add shrimp; toss to coat.
- Meanwhile, cook linguine in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain well, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid. Return pasta and reserved cooking liquid to pot. Add sauce; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to serving dish. Sprinkle with basil and serve.
EASTER ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH SHRIMP AND CHERRY TOMATOES
This salad is an Easter tradition in our family. The ingredients and flavors say spring, but it is delicious any time of year! Skip the appetizers; the abundance of shrimp make this an appetizer and salad in one. Enjoy!
Provided by Saveur
Time 8h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine mayonnaise, vinegar, dill, water, and garlic in a bowl; whisk until well combined. Season with salt and pepper and refrigerate for several hours or overnight for flavors to meld.
- Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook asparagus until just tender, about 3 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Combine asparagus, cherry tomatoes, salad greens, shrimp, and avocados in a large bowl. Toss with desired amount of dressing and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 613 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 131.6 mg, Fat 55.2 g, Fiber 8.6 g, Protein 17.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 460.8 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
SHRIMP, FAVA BEAN, AND ASPARAGUS SALAD
Categories Salad Bean Leafy Green Mustard Shellfish Lunch Lime Shrimp Asparagus Spring Healthy Honey Gourmet Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Make dressing:
- In a small bowl whisk together honey, mustard, lime juice, and tarragon. Add oil in a stream, whisking until emulsified, and season with salt and pepper. Dressing may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring dressing to room temperature before proceeding. Stir in chives.
- Have ready a large bowl of ice and cold water. In a large saucepan of boiling salted water cook favas until crisp-tender, about 2 1/2 minutes, and transfer with a slotted spoon to ice water to stop cooking. Drain favas in a colander and gently peel away outer skins. Transfer favas to a large serving bowl.
- Have ready another large bowl of ice and cold water. Return water in pan to a boil and cook asparagus until crisp-tender, about 3 1/2 minutes. Transfer asparagus with slotted spoon to ice water to stop cooking. Drain asparagus in colander and pat dry with paper towels.
- Return water in pan to a boil and cook shrimp until just cooked through, about 2 minutes. Transfer shrimp with slotted spoon to paper towels to cool.
- In bowl with favas, toss together 1/3 cup dressing, asparagus, shrimp, mâche, frisée, and salt and pepper to taste. Drizzle salad with some of remaining dressing and garnish with chives.
POTATO GALETTES WITH CRAB, SHRIMP, AND ASPARAGUS
Categories Potato Side Crab Shrimp Asparagus Spring Bon Appétit Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 (first-course) servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Boil stocks and shallots in saucepan until reduced to 3/4 cup, 20 minutes. Set aside. Cook asparagus in boiling salted water until crisp-tender, 3 minutes. Transfer to bowl of ice water to cool. Drain.
- Line microwave-safe plate with plastic wrap. Overlap enough potato rounds (about 12) on plastic to form 4-inch round. Microwave on high until almost tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer potato galette to baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Repeat with remaining potatoes and 3 teaspoons oil to form total of 4 galettes. (Reduced stock, asparagus, and galettes can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill.) Melt 1 tablespoon butter in medium skillet over medium heat. Add leek. Cover and cook until just tender, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Add crab, cream, and chives; simmer to heat through. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat. Cover to keep warm. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp; sauté until just opaque in center, 3 minutes. Add asparagus; toss to heat through. Season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in another large skillet over medium-high heat. Add galettes and cook until crisp and brown, 1 1/2 minutes per side; transfer 1 galette to each of 4 plates. Bring reduced stock to simmer. Remove from heat. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter; whisk just until melted.
- Top potato galettes with crab mixture. Arrange shrimp atop crab. Surround with asparagus. Spoon stock over.
ASPARAGUS, PEA AND SAFFRON RISOTTO (WITH SHRIMP) RECIPE - (4.6/5)
Provided by Foodiewife
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- If using shrimp, use 2-3 large pieces per serving. Remove the tail, place in a small bowl and drizzle with a little olive oil, a splash of white wine, a squeeze of lemon juice, one small clove of freshly minced garlic, and a little salt and pepper and set aside. Heat chicken stock in medium saucepan. In a separate saucepan, heat garlic and and shallots in olive oil over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Add rice and stir to coat for a few seconds. Add wine and a half cup of chicken stock. Stir frequently until liquid is mostly absorbed, then add another half cup of stock and saffron. Allow to absorb, and then add another half cup of stock, repeating the process until the stock has been mostly absorbed (about 20-25 minutes). Rice should be tender but slightly firm, and risotto should have a thick creamy consistency. Meanwhile (within 10 minutes of the risotto being ready): In a small skillet, heat about 1 Tbsp olive oil, and 1 small pat of unsalted butter. Saute the asparagus until just al dente--about 7 minutes. Set aside. In the same pan, cook the shrimp until pink-- about 2 minutes per side. Once the risotto is finished, remove from heat and stir in lemon juice**, lemon zest, parmigiano reggiano, asparagus and frozen peas. Add salt to taste. Garnish with grated cheese and lemon zest. Top with shrimp, if serving. **add about 1/2 the lemon juice, and taste. Add more, if you prefer for the lemon citrus taste to come through.
SOBA SALAD WITH ASPARAGUS AND SHRIMP
Japanese soba noodles, made with buckwheat flour, add fiber to this high-protein dinner featuring asparagus and shrimp.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes Shrimp Recipes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook asparagus until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. With a slotted spoon or mesh strainer, transfer asparagus to a colander and rinse under cool water to stop the cooking. Transfer asparagus to a medium bowl. Return water to a boil; add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque throughout, about 2 minutes. Transfer shrimp to bowl with asparagus. Return water to a boil; add noodles and cook according to package instructions. Drain noodles and rinse under cool water.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oil, vinegar, and sugar. Divide noodles among 4 bowls and drizzle with dressing. Top with asparagus and shrimp and sprinkle with scallions and basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 482 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 39 g
SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE
This scrumptious seafood dish "travels well". At least, the recipe does= I make sure to pack it in my handbag whenever my husband and I are preparing to visit out-of-state relatives. Now that we're retired, we travel often. And it's our custom to take over in the kitchen wherever we visit and whip up one of our own family favorites-frequently this casserole. It never fails to win us compliments...along with invitations to visit again!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- On stove top or in a microwave oven, blanch asparagus for 3 minutes. Drain well; set aside. , In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour; cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and cream; cook until thickened. Stir in wine (or substitute). Season with salt and pepper. Stir in beaten egg yolk, cheese and shrimp. , In a buttered 2-1/2-qt. casserole, arrange half the asparagus; pour on half the sauce. Repeat layers. Top with buttered crumbs. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 229mg cholesterol, Sodium 627mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
Tips:
- Mise en Place: To ensure smooth cooking, prepare all ingredients in advance and keep them organized. Chop the asparagus, shrimp, and garlic; measure the butter, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Freshness Matters: Use the freshest ingredients possible, especially the shrimp and asparagus. Fresh shrimp should be firm and have a slightly briny smell, while asparagus should be bright green and crisp.
- Proper Defrosting: If using frozen shrimp, thaw them properly in the refrigerator overnight or under cold running water for quicker results. Avoid thawing shrimp at room temperature, as this can promote bacterial growth.
- Cook Shrimp Thoroughly: Shrimp should be cooked until they turn opaque and pink, with no translucent or gray areas. Overcooking can make them tough and rubbery.
- Seasoning: Don't be shy with the seasonings. Salt and pepper are essential, but you can also add other spices like garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika for extra flavor.
- Lemon Juice: A squeeze of lemon juice brightens the flavors and adds a refreshing touch. You can also use white wine or dry vermouth for a different flavor profile.
- Garnish: Before serving, garnish the dish with fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or dill for a pop of color and extra flavor.
Conclusion:
This versatile shrimp and asparagus recipe offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or an elegant dish for a special occasion, this recipe delivers. With its vibrant colors and delicious taste, it's sure to be a hit. So gather your ingredients, heat up your skillet, and let's get cooking!
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