Asparagus Shrimp Noodles Recipe

This surprisingly delicious Asparagus Shrimp Noodle recipe was born from a happy accident! Using fresh or frozen asparagus, this quick and easy dish is packed with flavor. Customize the heat with chili paste to your liking. Perfect for a weeknight meal, and light enough to fit into almost any healthy eating plan. Get ready to be amazed!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 494.5 kcal
Protein 70g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
Asparagus Shrimp Noodles 75

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Asparagus Shrimp Noodles

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Asparagus Shrimp Noodles? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Asparagus Shrimp Noodles

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 pound of shrimp and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  4. Stir in 1-2 teaspoons of chili paste (adjust to your spice preference) and stir-fry for another 30 seconds.
  5. Add 1 pound of asparagus (fresh or frozen) and stir-fry for 3 minutes.
  6. Cover the wok and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until asparagus is crisp-tender, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
  7. Add 1/2 cup of water chestnuts and cover until heated through (about 1 minute).
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, and 1 tablespoon of sugar.
  9. Return the shrimp to the wok. Add the soy sauce mixture and heat through.
  10. In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of cold water until smooth.
  11. Add the cornstarch mixture to the wok, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. Add more water, a tablespoon at a time, if needed.
  12. Add 8 ounces of cooked pasta (linguine, fettuccine, or your favorite shape) and toss to coat thoroughly.
  13. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

11g

Carbs

19g