Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the garlic, ¼ cup of water, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, chili sauce, and cornstarch

Step 2

Whisk until smooth

Step 3

In a large skillet, add the oil over medium-high heat

Step 4

Once the oil is glistening, add the bell pepper, asparagus, and snow peas

Step 5

Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften, 3-4 minutes

Step 6

Add the shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, until pink and opaque, 3-4 minutes more.Pour the sauce into the skillet

Step 7

Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thick enough to coat the shrimp, about 5 minutes.Serve over cooked rice, sprinkled with cilantro and sesame seeds, if using.