Description
Sweet Chili Shrimp with Asparagus is a delightful dish that perfectly blends vibrant flavors with healthful ingredients. This meal not only tantalizes your taste buds but also boasts nutritional benefits, thanks to the succulent shrimp and fresh asparagus. The balance of sweetness from the Thai chili sauce and the savory depth from soy sauce creates a flavor profile that’s both inviting and unforgettable.
Ingredients
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
- 2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus, rinsed and woody ends trimmed
- 2 tablespoon olive oil, divided
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
- Cooked white rice for serving
- Green onions, chopped for garnish
Instructions
1. Start by whisking together the Thai sweet chili sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, Sriracha sauce, sesame oil, and minced garlic in a medium bowl to create the marinade.
2. Marinate the shrimp in the mixture for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to penetrate.
3. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
4. Place the asparagus on one half of a large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
5. Roast the asparagus in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes until tender yet crisp.
6. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil on the other half of the baking sheet. Transfer the marinated shrimp onto the baking sheet in a single layer.
7. Roast the shrimp for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque.
8. While the shrimp and asparagus are cooking, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan and heat over medium until it simmers. Cook until thickened, about 3 to 5 minutes.
9. Serve the Sweet Chili Shrimp over a bed of cooked white rice, garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
For a different flavor profile, consider swapping asparagus for bell peppers or snap peas. You can also use sugar-free sweet chili sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg