Dinner: Sesame Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry

Sesame pulls double duty in this Asian-inspired stir-fry, adding flavor and texture to tender shrimp in both whole seed and oil form.

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Sesame Seeds, Asparagus

Health and fertility benefits of Sesame Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry

Sesame seeds help with progesterone balance. Lignans found in in sesame seeds help to prevent excess estrogen production. We don't have any research on Asparagus as a fertility food yet. Please leave your review below if you are able to provide details about asparagus.

Ingredients

1 c. long-grain white rice
2 tbsp. soy sauce
1 tbsp. seasoned rice vinegar
1 tbsp. grated peeled fresh ginger
1 tbsp. sesame seeds
2 tsp. vegetable oil
1 lb. asparagus
1 pt. cherry tomatoes
1 lb. large shrimp
1 tsp. Asian sesame oil

Instructions

Prepare rice as label directs.
Meanwhile, in cup, stir together soy sauce, rice vinegar, and ginger; set aside.
In nonstick 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, toast sesame seeds about 4 minutes or until golden. Transfer to small bowl.
In same skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add asparagus and cook 5 minutes or until tender-crisp, stirring frequently. Add tomatoes and cook In same skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add asparagus and cook 5 minutes or until tender-crisp, stirring frequently. Add tomatoes and cook to heat through. Remove skillet from heat; stir in sesame oil.
To serve, spoon rice onto 4 dinner plates; top with shrimp mixture and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

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