The Fiery Asian Shrimp with Tofu and Asparagus (Recipe Inspired by Chef David Bonom)

ingredients

1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 (14 oz) pack of tofu, drained and cut into 1/2 inch cubes

1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch pieces

2 cups thinly sliced shiitake mushrooms

1 c chopped onion

1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced

1 tbsp garlic, minced

1/3 c low sodium soy sauce

2 tsp brown sugar

1 tsp hot chili sauce

1 tbsp olive oil

directions

• heat 1tsp oil and cook tofu for about 3 minutes until lightly browned. set aside.
• heat another 1 tsp of oil and cook shrimp until pink in color.
• add mushrooms, onion ginger and garlic.
• cook 2 minutes or until mushrooms are tender stirring frequently.
• add asparagus, cook for 4 minutes or until crisp tender.
• add soy sauce, sugar and chili sauce. stir well.
• add tofu and cook for one minute.
• serve with steamed rice, rice noodles or linguine.