Stir Fry Asparagus
Elevate your side dish game with this quick and flavorful Stir-Fry Asparagus recipe, a perfect blend of crisp-tender asparagus and aromatic seasonings. Featuring fresh asparagus sautéed with minced garlic, a splash of soy sauce, and the nutty richness of sesame oil, this dish is infused with a touch of spice from red pepper flakes and finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added texture. Ready in under 20 minutes, this vibrant and healthy stir-fry is ideal as an effortless weeknight side or a delightful accompaniment to your favorite Asian-inspired main course. Bursting with umami goodness, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of quick, nutritious, and bold-flavored dishes.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash the asparagus thoroughly and trim off the tough ends.
Step 2
Cut the asparagus into 2-inch pieces and set aside.
Step 3
Mince the garlic cloves.
Step 4
In a small bowl, combine soy sauce and sesame oil, and set it aside.
Step 5
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 6
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 7
Add the asparagus pieces to the skillet and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
Step 8
Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper, and toss well.
Step 9
Pour the soy sauce and sesame oil mixture over the asparagus and cook for another 2 minutes until well coated.
Step 10
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the asparagus to a serving plate.
Step 11
Garnish with sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (525.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 390.1 |
| Total Fat 30.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1753.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 22.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.8g | |
| Protein 14.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 134.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1093.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories