Description
A delightful medley of flavors featuring shrimp and asparagus sautéed with garlic and lemon for a quick, refreshing meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Toss the shrimp into the skillet, cooking until pink, roughly 2-3 minutes.
- Once the shrimp is nearly cooked, add the asparagus and sauté for another 3-4 minutes.
- Squeeze the lemon juice over the shrimp and asparagus, then season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Give everything a good toss to mix the flavors, then serve immediately.
Notes
For fresh shrimp, marinate for enhanced flavor. Avoid freezing if possible; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.