Shrimp and Asparagus Stir Fry

This is a Cambodian recipe called Pa-con char tapeng P'rang. It is very simple and uses common ingredients, well if you call oyster sauce common.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb shrimp, peeled and de-veined
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 2  tablespoons water
• 1  tablespoon sugar
• 1  tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1  tablespoon cornstarch
• 2  tablespoons  vegetable oil
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1  onion, sliced
• 1  lb asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1  green onion, chopped

Directions

1. In a large bowl, place shrimp, seasoning with salt and pepper; set aside.
2. In a smaller bowl, mix the water with the sugar, oyster sauce, and corn starch; set aside.
3. Heat your wok, or skillet, over high heat; stir fry oil, garlic, onion, and shrimp.
4. Once shrimps become opaque and a pink color, add asparagus.
5. Stir in cornstarch mixture and stir until sauce thickens; remove from heat and stir in green onion.
6. Serve with hot white rice as desired.
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