Looking for something new to make for dinner.
Here’s a delicious recipe for Garlic Butter Shrimp and Asparagus that’s quick to prepare and packed with flavor.
Research suggests that asparagus possesses anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Which may help protect against kidney damage and support overall kidney function.
Enjoy my favorite healthy and satisfying seafood dish !
Garlic Butter Shrimp and Asparagus recipe :
Ingredients:
1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Juice of 1 lemon
Zest of 1 lemon
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Cooked rice or pasta (for serving)
Instructions:
Prepare the Ingredients:
Rinse the shrimp and pat them dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
Trim and cut the asparagus into 2-inch pieces.
Cook the Asparagus:
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
Add the asparagus and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until tender but still crisp. Remove the asparagus from the skillet and set aside.
Cook the Shrimps:
In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
Once melted, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fully cooked.
Combine and Finish:
Return the cooked asparagus to the skillet with the shrimp.
Squeeze the lemon juice over the mixture and add the lemon zest. Toss everything together to combine and heat through for another minute.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes if desired.
Serve:
Serve the garlic butter shrimp and asparagus over cooked rice or pasta.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and shredded white cheese for a pop of color and flavor.
Side Sauce to add , when all ingredients is in a bowl:
Lemon juice, olive oil and honey mix well and enjoy.
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