Baked Shrimp and Asparagus Recipe
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
This Baked Shrimp and Asparagus recipe is perfect as a side dish for a steak dinner. You can skip the rice or pasta to keep it low-carb, making it an ideal side entree. This dish can also be easily doubled to accommodate more servings. Keep in mind that baking time may vary depending on your oven’s heating characteristics.
Ingredients:
- 12 frozen asparagus spears
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, woody ends trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 cup croutons (optional)
- Cooked rice or pasta, for serving
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 226.8
- Fat: 8.5g
- Saturated Fat: 4.4g
- Cholesterol: 190.9mg
- Sodium: 924mg
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1.8g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 27.8g
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Prepare Asparagus: If using fresh asparagus, trim off the woody ends and cut the spears into approximately 1-inch pieces.
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Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the frozen asparagus, fresh asparagus pieces, butter, and soy sauce.
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Prepare Baking Dish: Grease an 8-inch baking dish and spoon the mixed ingredients into it.
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Bake: Bake the dish uncovered in the preheated oven for about 12 minutes, or until the shrimp turns pink. You may stir and turn the ingredients halfway through baking, around the 5-minute mark, to ensure even cooking.
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Optional Croutons: If desired, sprinkle croutons over the dish during the last 3 minutes of baking.
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Serve: Serve the Baked Shrimp and Asparagus hot, either over cooked rice or pasta, or simply as a standalone dish.
This recipe offers a quick and flavorful way to enjoy shrimp and asparagus together, making it a versatile addition to your dinner repertoire. Adjust the baking time slightly based on your oven’s performance to achieve the perfect result. Enjoy this dish as a satisfying and nutritious option for any meal!
