Stir Fried Asparagus
photo by Ratalouille
- Ready In:
- 15mins
- Ingredients:
- 10
- Serves:
-
4
ingredients
- 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon cold water
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil
- 2 scallions, about 1/4 cup thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1 garlic, minced
- 1⁄2 cup chicken broth or 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
directions
- Cut the asparagus into 2-inch lengths. Combine the cornstarch and water in a small bowl and stir into a smooth paste. Set aside.
- Heat the oil in a large heavy skillet or wok and when very hot, add the asparagus, scallions, ginger and garlic and stir fry for 1 minute. Add the chicken broth, bring to a boil, and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
- Make a well in the center of the asparagus and add the cornstarch mixture and the soy sauce. Cook, stirring, for 30 seconds or more, until sauce is smooth and thickened. Serve immediately over rice or noodles garnished with seeds.Season with additional soy sauce if desired.
- For Vegetarian omit the Chicken Broth.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
Rita1652
Jamesburg, New Jersey