Shrimp And Asparagus Recipe: Only 22-minute Easy and Flavorful Meal

Ingredients

• 13 oz raw shrimp (peeled and deveined, equals 26 oz unpeeled)
• 12 oz asparagus (chopped)
• 3 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter (divided to 1 tbsp, 1 tbsp, 1 1/2 tbsp)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tbsp Italian seasoning
• 3 cup water
• 1 cup barley
• 2 tbsp garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp parsley (chopped)
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/2 tsp cajun seasoning
• 1 tsp fresh thyme