Gingering asparagus is a classic culinary technique that combines the fresh, slightly bitter flavor of asparagus with the sweet, spicy heat of ginger. This pairing creates a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a healthy side dish or as part of a larger meal. Whether you prefer to stir-fry, roast, or steam your asparagus, there are many ways to create a gingery asparagus dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds.
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GINGERED BEEF AND ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY
"A friend who owns a bed and breakfast in Maryland shared this recipe with me. It's a delicious and different way to cook asparagus." Sonja Blow Nixa, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 2 tablespoons soy sauce, sherry and ginger; add beef. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate 30 minutes., In a small bowl, combine cornstarch, broth, hoisin sauce, sugar and remaining soy sauce until smooth; set aside., In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry beef in 1 tablespoon oil until no longer pink. Remove and set aside. Stir-fry asparagus in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Return beef to the pan; heat through. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 645mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GINGERED PORK AND ASPARAGUS
My husband and I really enjoy fresh asparagus. So we were thrilled when I found this recipe for asparagus and juicy pork slices smothered in a snappy ginger sauce. -Kathleen Purvis, Franklin, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the first four ingredients; set aside 1/3 cup. Pour remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate reserved marinade. , Drain and discard marinade. In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry half of the pork in 1 tablespoon oil for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Remove pork with a slotted spoon; set aside. Repeat with remaining pork and oil. , In the same skillet, stir-fry the asparagus for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Combine cornstarch and reserved marinade until smooth; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Return pork to skillet and heat through. Serve with rice if desired.
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ASPARAGUS WITH GINGERED SESAME-ORANGE DRESSING
A great way to dress up asparagus with this delicious Asian-flavored dressing.
Provided by Daily Inspiration S
Categories Vegetables
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Cook asparagus in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain. Transfer to bowl of ice water and cool. Drain and pat dry.
- 2. Stir sesame seeds in a heavy small skillet over low heat until light brown, about 3 minutes; transfer to a small bowl.
- 3. Whisk vinegar, mustard, soy sauce, ginger, orange peel and garlic in another small bowl. Gradually whisk in both oils. Season vinaigrette to taste with salt and pepper.
- 4. Arrange asparagus on plates. Spoon vinaigrette over. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
GINGERED BEEF AND ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY
Steps:
- Marinade beef in first five ingredients for 2 hrs covered in fridge. Heat oil in wok stir fry veggies until tender-crisp---remove and set asside Drain beef and stir for 2-3 min. Add cornstarch to marinade and mix well Add marinade mixture and veggies to beef until warm and sauce begins to thicken slightly Serve over rice with sesame seeds as garnish
GINGERED ASPARAGUS
This is a nice way to prepare asparagus for a nice change of pace. From the cookbook Delicious Ways to Control Diabetes.
Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Categories Vegetables
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Snap off tough ends of asparagus. Remove scales from stalks with a knife or vegetable peeler, if desired. Cut spears into 2-inch pieces.
- 2. Coat a large non-stick skillet with cooking spray. Place over medium-low heat until hot.
- 3. Add asparagus, soy sauce, sesame seeds, ginger, and pepper.
- 4. Saute 5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender.
- 5. To serve, transfer to a serving bowl, and sprinkle with orange rind.
Tips:
- Choose the Right Asparagus: Select asparagus spears that are bright green and firm, with tightly closed tips. Avoid spears that are limp, yellowed, or have woody ends.
- Trim the Asparagus: Before cooking, trim the asparagus spears by snapping off the woody ends. You can do this by bending the spear until it naturally breaks.
- Use Fresh Ginger: Fresh ginger adds a vibrant flavor to the dish. Peel and mince the ginger before using.
- Cook the Asparagus Properly: Asparagus can be cooked in various ways, including steaming, roasting, sautéing, and grilling. Make sure not to overcook the asparagus, as it should retain a slight crunch.
- Enhance the Flavor: To enhance the flavor of the asparagus, you can add other ingredients such as garlic, lemon juice, butter, or Parmesan cheese.
Conclusion:
Gingering asparagus is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course. With its combination of fresh ginger, savory asparagus, and aromatic herbs, this dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer it steamed, roasted, sautéed, or grilled, the gingering process adds a unique and flavorful twist to this classic vegetable. So, the next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful dish, give gingering asparagus a try. You won't be disappointed!
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