Steamed Asparagus with Ginger Garlic Sauce
Delight your taste buds with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Steamed Asparagus with Ginger Garlic Sauce—a simple yet flavorful side dish that comes together in under 20 minutes. Tender-crisp asparagus spears are steamed to perfection and drizzled with a savory-sweet sauce made from fresh ginger, garlic, low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, and a touch of honey. The dish is then finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions for an elegant touch. This recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare but also a great way to incorporate wholesome ingredients into your meals. Perfect for a light lunch, dinner side, or even entertaining guests, this Asian-inspired recipe is packed with antioxidants and bursting with flavor, ensuring it will become a household favorite.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb asparagus
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp green onion
- 1 cup water
Directions
Step 1
Wash and trim the woody ends off the asparagus.
Step 2
Set up a steaming apparatus: fill a pot with 1 cup of water, place a steamer basket inside, and bring the water to a boil.
Step 3
Add the asparagus to the steamer basket, cover, and steam for 5-7 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender yet still crisp.
Step 4
While the asparagus is steaming, prepare the sauce: peel and finely grate the ginger, and mince the garlic cloves.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the grated ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and honey until well combined.
Step 6
Once the asparagus is done steaming, transfer it to a serving plate.
Step 7
Drizzle the ginger garlic sauce over the steamed asparagus.
Step 8
Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onion on top as garnish.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (763.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 287.6 |
| Total Fat 16.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1020.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 28.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.5g | |
| Protein 15.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 139.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 990.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories