Best 15 Asparagus Lovers Stir Fry Recipes

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Asparagus lovers stir fry is a quick and easy dish that is packed with flavor. This popular Asian dish can be made with a variety of ingredients, but the key is to use fresh, high-quality asparagus. Asparagus is a spring vegetable that is known for its delicate flavor and tender texture. It is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin K, folate, and fiber. Stir-frying is a cooking method that involves quickly cooking food in a hot wok or skillet. This method helps to preserve the鮮豔的色彩and nutrients of the vegetables.

Here are our top 15 tried and tested recipes!

ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY



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This is a great way to serve asparagus. Even people that don't really like asparagus like this!

Provided by LEXJAM

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon sherry
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
¼ teaspoon sugar
¼ teaspoon dry mustard
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the broth, sherry, soy sauce, cider vinegar, cornstarch, sugar, dry mustard, and salt.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Mix the asparagus into the skillet, coating with the oil. Cook and stir 5 minutes, until tender but firm. Pour the broth mixture over the asparagus, and continue cooking 5 minutes, until thickened and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 199.1 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

QUICK ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY



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One of my favorite quick recipes for green asparagus, stir-fried with garlic and olive oil. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens the asparagus up at the end.

Provided by Toi

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 11m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch diagonal pieces
salt
1 squeeze lemon juice, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add asparagus and stir-fry until soft but still firm, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.8 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 41.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

STEAK AND SPRING VEGETABLE STIR-FRY



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To keep the vegetables peppy and bright, sauté them separately from the meat, then return them to the pan so they get their fair share of the gingery sauce.

Provided by Claire Saffitz

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dinner     Steak     Stir-Fry     Spring     Asparagus     Sugar Snap Pea     Soy Sauce     Green Onion/Scallion     Ginger     Rice     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb. sirloin steak
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
2 Tbsp. soy sauce, divided
4 Tbsp. vegetable oil, divided
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1" pieces
8 oz. sugar snap peas, trimmed, strings removed
1 (2") piece ginger, scrubbed, very thinly sliced crosswise
6 scallions, thinly sliced, divided
1/4 cup oyster sauce
3 Tbsp. mirin (Japanese rice wine)
2 Tbsp. unseasoned rice vinegar
Kosher salt
Cooked rice (for serving)

Steps:

  • Pat steak dry with paper towels. Slice meat crosswise as thinly as possible and place in a medium bowl. Add cornstarch, 1 Tbsp. soy sauce, and 1 Tbsp. oil and toss with tongs to coat meat.
  • Toss asparagus, sugar snap peas, ginger, and three-fourths of scallions in another medium bowl.
  • Stir oyster sauce, mirin, vinegar, and remaining 1 Tbsp. soy sauce in a measuring glass or small bowl to combine.
  • Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet, preferably stainless steel, over medium-high. Cook vegetable mixture, shaking skillet often to move them around, just until asparagus is tender but still retains a hint of crunch, about 3 minutes. Return vegetables to bowl.
  • Heat remaining 1 Tbsp. oil in skillet over medium-high. Add steak, arranging slices in a single layer, and cook, undisturbed, until undersides are browned, about 3 minutes. Using a thin metal spatula, scrape bottom of skillet and loosen meat. Add cooked vegetables and sauce to skillet and cook, tossing constantly, until meat is cooked through and sauce is thick and bubbling, about 2 minutes. Let cool slightly; season lightly with salt.
  • Serve stir-fry over rice, topped with remaining scallions.

PAN-FRIED ASPARAGUS



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This garlic asparagus dish is a Northern Italian side dish. My family loves it! Even the kids!

Provided by Kim

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon coarse salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound fresh asparagus spears, trimmed

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Cook garlic in butter for a minute, but do not brown. Add asparagus, and cook for 10 minutes, turning asparagus to ensure even cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.2 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 524.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

CHINESE STIR FRIED SHRIMP WITH ASPARAGUS



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ZWT 6. I got this recipe from Kylie Kwong's Simple Chinese Cooking. I love that book and her cooking style. If you don't have shao hsing wine, use dry sherry wine instead.

Provided by Pesto lover

Categories     Chinese

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 jumbo shrimp, peeled, deveined and butterflied
1/2 lb green asparagus
1/4 cup vegetable oil
16 ginger, slices peeled
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons shaoxing wine
1 tablespoon malt vinegar
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
2 teaspoons white sugar
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Peel, devein and butterfly the shrimp, leaving tails intact.
  • Wash asparagus and snap off tough ends. Cut each spear into 4 diagonal cuts.
  • Heat 2 tbsp oil in a hot wok. Add half the shrimp and stir fry for 30 seconds.
  • Remove shrimp from wok with a slotted spoon and set aside. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
  • Add remaining oil to hot wok. Stir in asparagus, thinly sliced ginger and garlic. Stir fry for 30 seconds, stirring constantly so that garlic does not burn.
  • Put shrimp back into the wok with the wine, the vinegar, soy sauce, sugar and sesame oil. Stir fry for 30 seconds.
  • Pour in water and stir fry for another 30 seconds or until shrimp are just cooked through.
  • Arrange shrimp and asparagus on a platter and serve with steamed rice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.9, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 170.2, Sodium 419, Carbohydrate 6.1, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 3.3, Protein 24.6

ASPARAGUS BEEF LO MEIN



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This springtime beef lo mein recipe is as easy as it gets. Ramen noodles make it extra fun. -Dottie Wanat, Modesto, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 beef top sirloin steak (1 pound), cut into thin strips
2 packages (3 ounces each) beef ramen noodles
2/3 cup hoisin sauce
2-1/4 cups water, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-1/2-inch pieces
1 small garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • Toss beef with 1/2 teaspoon seasoning from a ramen seasoning packet (discard remaining opened packet). In a small bowl, mix hoisin sauce and 1/4 cup water. , In a saucepan, bring remaining water to a boil. Add noodles and contents of the unopened seasoning packet; cook, uncovered, 3 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, until noodles are tender., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat; stir-fry beef until browned, 3-4 minutes. Remove from pan., In same pan, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat; stir-fry asparagus with garlic until crisp-tender, 1-3 minutes. Stir in hoisin sauce mixture; bring to a boil. Cook until slightly thickened. Stir in beef; heat through. Serve over noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 1367mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

ASPARAGUS LOVER'S STIR-FRY



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I find it a challenge to prepare vegetables so that they appeal to everyone...especially children. After tasting this special stir-fry, folks lean to love asparagus in no time.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 cup sliced celery
4 cups fresh asparagus pieces
1/2 cup sliced green onions
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch strips
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1 garlic clove, minced
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons thawed orange juice concentrate
1/2 cup sliced almonds
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons oil. Stir-fry celery over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add asparagus and onions; stir-fry for 3-5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Transfer to a bowl; set aside. Add remaining oil to the skillet. Stir-fry chicken, orange zest and garlic for 3-4 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. , Combine the cornstarch, water, orange juice, orange juice concentrate and soy sauce until smooth; stir into skillet along with reserved vegetables. Cook and stir for 3 minutes or until sauce is thickened and vegetables are heated through. Stir in almonds. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 48mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

ASPARAGUS-LOVER'S STIR-FRY



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I find it a challenge to prepare vegetables so that they appeal to everyone...especially children. After tasting this special stir-fry, folks lean to love asparagus in no time.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons cooking oil, divided
1 cup sliced celery
4 cups fresh asparagus pieces
½ cup sliced green onions
4 breast half, bone and skin removed (blank)s skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch strips
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
1 garlic clove, minced
½ cup water
2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate
4 teaspoons cornstarch
½ cup sliced almonds
2 cups Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons oil. Stir-fry celery over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add asparagus and onions; stir-fry for 3-5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Transfer to a bowl; set aside. Add remaining oil to the skillet. Stir-fry chicken, orange peel and garlic for 3-4 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Combine water, soy sauce, orange juice, concentrate and cornstarch; add to skillet along with reserved vegetables. Cook and stir for 3 minutes or until sauce is thickened and vegetables are heated through. Stir in almonds. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 45.6 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 72.4 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

ORIENTAL BLACK BEAN AND GARLIC SAUCE FOR ASPARAGUS



Oriental Black Bean and Garlic Sauce for Asparagus image

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Sauce     Bean     Garlic     Ginger     Stir-Fry     Quick & Easy     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh gingerroot
1/3 cup minced red bell pepper
2 tablespoons fermented black beans (available at Oriental markets and specialty foods shops), rinsed, drained well, and crushed slightly
1 1/2 tablespoons medium-dry Sherry
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • In a skillet heat the oil over moderately high heat and in it stir-fry the garlic, the gingerroot, and the red bell pepper until the pepper is softened. Add the beans and stir-fry the mixture for 2 minutes. Add the Sherry and boil the mixture for 1 minute. Stir in the soy sauce, the sugar, and the broth and simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. In a small bowl dissolve the cornstarch in 2 teaspoons cold water, whisk it into the mixture, and simmer the sauce until it is thickened slightly. Add black pepper to taste and serve the sauce over asparagus.

ASPARAGUS FRITTERS



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Categories     Bread     Fry     Asparagus     Boil

Yield makes 10 to 12 fritters

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 bunches medium asparagus spears, peeled at the base (about 22 spears)
5 large eggs
1/2 cup grated Grana Padano or Parmigiano-Reggiano
1/2 small onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fine dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
Vegetable oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus spears, and cook until tender but not mushy, about 8 minutes. Drain, and rinse under cold water to cool them down. Drain and dry the spears, and cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Whisk together the eggs, grated cheese, onion, bread crumbs, flour, and salt in a large bowl. Stir in the asparagus pieces.
  • Heat 1/2 inch vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. (The oil is ready when a drop of batter sizzles on contact.) Drop 1/4-cup rounds of the asparagus batter into the hot oil, flattening if necessary, to make flat cakes. Cook until golden on the underside, about 2 minutes, then flip, and fry until the fritters are cooked through, about 2 minutes more. Drain the fritters on paper towels, and season with salt.

CHINESE STIR FRIED ASPARAGUS WITH BABY CORN



Chinese Stir Fried Asparagus With Baby Corn image

ZWT 6. Another great recipe from Kylie Kwong's Simple Chinese Cooking. I love that this takes no time at all and tastes so fresh. You can use dry sherry if your don't have the shao hsing wine.

Provided by Pesto lover

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb asparagus
2 tablespoons peanut oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon sea salt
4 ounces baby corn
2 tablespoons shaoxing wine
2 teaspoons oyster sauce
2 teaspoons malt vinegar
1 teaspoon white sugar
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
1/3 cup chicken stock
3 spring onions, trimmed and cut into 3 inch lengths

Steps:

  • Wash asparagus and snap off tough ends. Peel lower end of stems if necessary. Slice each in half, on the diagonal.
  • Heat peanut oil in a hot wok. Add garlic and salt. Stir fry 10 seconds only. Immediately add asparagus and corn and stir fry for one minute.
  • Add wine, oyster sauce, vinegar, sugar and sesame oil. Stir fry 1 minute.
  • Pour in chicken stock and stir fry 1 minute. Add spring onions and stir fry for 30 seconds or until asparagus and corn are just tender. Do not over-cook.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.1, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 0.6, Sodium 1088.8, Carbohydrate 17.3, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 4.1, Protein 4.8

ASPARAGUS-LOVER'S STIR-FRY



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I find it a challenge to prepare vegetables so that they appeal to everyone...especially children. After tasting this special stir-fry, folks lean to love asparagus in no time.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons cooking oil, divided
1 cup sliced celery
4 cups fresh asparagus pieces
½ cup sliced green onions
4 breast half, bone and skin removed (blank)s skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch strips
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
1 garlic clove, minced
½ cup water
2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate
4 teaspoons cornstarch
½ cup sliced almonds
2 cups Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons oil. Stir-fry celery over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add asparagus and onions; stir-fry for 3-5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Transfer to a bowl; set aside. Add remaining oil to the skillet. Stir-fry chicken, orange peel and garlic for 3-4 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Combine water, soy sauce, orange juice, concentrate and cornstarch; add to skillet along with reserved vegetables. Cook and stir for 3 minutes or until sauce is thickened and vegetables are heated through. Stir in almonds. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 45.6 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 72.4 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

SPICY GARLIC SHRIMP WITH ASPARAGUS



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All you garlic-lovers take heed! A quick stir-fry with a little bit of a kick! :)Serve over Jasmine rice with a garnish of chopped cilantro.This was found on a Thai website.

Provided by Manami

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 25m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons chili-garlic sauce
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
3 teaspoons fish sauce, divided
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 lb thin asparagus
3 tablespoons oil
freshly cracked pepper
cooked jasmine rice
chopped cilantro (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium size bowl add garlic chili pepper sauce, garlic, sugar, lime juice and 2 teaspoons of the fish sauce; mix well.
  • Add shrimp and mix until covered with sauce; set aside to season.
  • Diagonally trim asparagus into one inch pieces. *If thicker asparagus is used, boil in salted water 2-3 minutes.
  • Drain, and immediately cool down in ice water; drain well.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over a high heat.
  • Add asparagus, remaining teaspoon of fish sauce, and fresh cracked pepper.
  • Stir-fry 3-5 minutes, or until asparagus is tender-crisp.
  • Add shrimp mixture to skillet.
  • Stir-fry until shrimp turns opaque (pink) and sauce is well mixed with ingredients.
  • Serve immediately with hot Jasmine rice & chopped cilantro(if desired).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 508.5, Fat 24.9, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 345.6, Sodium 1066, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 10.1, Protein 52.4

STIR-FRIED ASPARAGUS AND CARROTS



Stir-fried Asparagus and Carrots image

I always enjoy asparagus - and this is for other asparagus lovers. The carrots add a lovely contrast of color. And it is only 43 calories a serving!

Provided by Trisha W

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup low sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons reduced sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
24 asparagus spears, cut into 1/2 inch diagonal pieces
1/2 cup carrot, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Combine broth, soy sauce, cornstarch and sugar in a small bowl, stirring until items are disolved making a broth.
  • Heat oil, in a non-stick skillet, then add the asparagus pieces, cooking and stirring constantly, until bright green (about 2 minutes).
  • Add the broth mixture and carrots, cooking and stirring constantly until sauce is thickened and asparagus tender (about 3 more minutes).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.6, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 116.5, Carbohydrate 6.6, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 2.4, Protein 2.8

ASPARAGUS-LOVER'S STIR-FRY



Asparagus-Lover's Stir-Fry image

I find it a challenge to prepare vegetables so that they appeal to everyone...especially children. After tasting this special stir-fry, folks lean to love asparagus in no time.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons cooking oil, divided
1 cup sliced celery
4 cups fresh asparagus pieces
½ cup sliced green onions
4 breast half, bone and skin removed (blank)s skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch strips
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
1 garlic clove, minced
½ cup water
2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate
4 teaspoons cornstarch
½ cup sliced almonds
2 cups Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons oil. Stir-fry celery over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add asparagus and onions; stir-fry for 3-5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Transfer to a bowl; set aside. Add remaining oil to the skillet. Stir-fry chicken, orange peel and garlic for 3-4 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Combine water, soy sauce, orange juice, concentrate and cornstarch; add to skillet along with reserved vegetables. Cook and stir for 3 minutes or until sauce is thickened and vegetables are heated through. Stir in almonds. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 45.6 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 72.4 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

Tips:

- Choose fresh, tender asparagus spears that are bright green and have tightly closed tips. - Wash the asparagus thoroughly and trim the tough ends. - Cut the asparagus into 2-3 inch pieces. - Use a variety of vegetables in your stir-fry, such as broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, and mushrooms. - Use a high-quality cooking oil, such as olive oil or avocado oil. - Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. - Add the asparagus and other vegetables to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp. - Add a protein source to your stir-fry, such as chicken, shrimp, or tofu. - Stir in a sauce made from soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. - Serve the stir-fry over rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

Asparagus lovers stir-fry is a quick and easy meal that is packed with flavor and nutrients. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a healthy lunch. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and satisfying stir-fry that the whole family will enjoy.

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