Best 9 Honey Soy Asparagus Recipes

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Stir-fried honey soy asparagus, a classic Chinese dish, is a quick and easy recipe that results in tender-crisp asparagus coated in a savory, sticky sauce. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and healthy side dish or main course that will please the whole family. The combination of sweet honey, salty soy sauce, and umami-rich garlic creates a delicious glaze that coats the asparagus perfectly. Serve this dish alongside steamed rice, noodles, or your favorite protein for a complete meal.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SOY-HONEY GLAZED SALMON WITH ASPARAGUS



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Lovely low-ingredient seafood meal! Serve with your choice of grain if needed. Also would be good with other veggies. This recipe is easy to double for larger families.

Provided by Casie Price

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Salmon     Broiled Salmon Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed, or as desired
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon olive oil, or as needed
1 (8 ounce) salmon fillet
sea salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add asparagus, cover, and steam until slightly tender, 2 to 4 minutes.
  • Whisk soy sauce and honey together in a bowl until glaze is smooth.
  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and brush with olive oil.
  • Place salmon fillet and asparagus on the prepared baking sheet; season with salt and pepper.
  • Broil in the preheated oven for 5 minutes. Drizzle 2/3 of the glaze over salmon and asparagus. Broil until fish flakes easily with a fork, 3 to 5 minutes. Drizzle remaining glaze over salmon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.6 calories, Carbohydrate 18.1 g, Cholesterol 76.1 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 29.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 488.4 mg, Sugar 12.9 g

ASIAN ASPARAGUS AND MUSHROOMS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cut 1 bunch asparagus into thirds. Heat 2 teaspoons sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cut a 1-inch piece ginger into matchsticks, add to the skillet and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add 3 cups quartered shiitake mushroom caps and 1 sliced garlic clove and cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Add the asparagus and 1/3 cup water; bring to a boil, cover and cook until crisp-tender, 3 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon each soy sauce and butter; cook, stirring, 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper.

HONEY-SOY ASPARAGUS



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It's love at first bite when you get a delectable burst of sweet-and-salty flavor with just the right amount of garlic in this simple side. Just trim the asparagus, and it's ready to eat in the blink of an eye. -Lisa Daniell, Loveland, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, melt butter. Stir in the soy sauce, honey and garlic. Add asparagus; saute until crisp-tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CHILLED MARINATED ASPARAGUS



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"My mother had surgery a few years back in spring, so my two sisters and I were challenged to prepare dishes like this that would keep well and still taste great as leftovers," recalls Nicole LeCroy of Nashville, Tennessee. "Mom got her appetite back when she tried this cool and crunch asparagus that gets a flavor boost from soy sauce. It's a nice accompaniment to chicken, roast beef or ham."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2/3 cup packed brown sugar
2/3 cup cider vinegar
2/3 cup soy sauce
2/3 cup vegetable oil
4 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the brown sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, oil, lemon juice and garlic powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Refrigerate until cool. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse in cold water., Place asparagus in a large resealable plastic bag; add marinade. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight, turning occasionally. Drain and discard marinade. Place asparagus on a serving plate; sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts :

GRILLED SOY-SESAME ASPARAGUS



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This asparagus pairs especially well with Asian types of grilled foods, such as kebabs or satays.

Provided by Sue Lau

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 18m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 ½ pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for high heat.
  • In a bowl, mix sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic, and brown sugar. Place asparagus in the bowl, and toss to coat.
  • Lightly oil a fine-mesh grill grate. Place asparagus on grate, and cook 8 minutes, until tender but firm. Garnish with sesame seeds to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.8 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 230.1 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

BLISTERED ASPARAGUS



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Tossing asparagus spears in a light soy dressing with crushed peanuts and shredded coconut adds a subtle but addictive crunch.

Provided by Claire Saffitz

Categories     Bon Appétit     Side     Asparagus     Spring     Peanut     Coconut     Chile Pepper     Sesame Oil     Ginger     Lime Juice     Honey     Vegetarian     Dairy Free

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
12 oz. asparagus, trimmed
1 Fresno chile, seeds removed, finely chopped
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
1 tsp. honey
1 tsp. toasted sesame oil
1 tsp. finely grated peeled ginger
2 Tbsp. crushed salted, dry-roasted peanuts
2 Tbsp. toasted unsweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Cook asparagus, tossing often, until stalks are bright green, blistered in spots, and tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and transfer to a platter.
  • Stir chile, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, and ginger in a small bowl to combine. Mix in peanuts and coconut and spoon over asparagus.

COLD ASPARAGUS WITH WALNUTS



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This is so easy and elegant. A friend that does not cook served it at a luncheon! I believe the recipe is from the Houston Chronicle food section. I have used crushed pecans instead of walnuts with good results.

Provided by m0m7772

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb fresh asparagus
2 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1/4 cup crushed walnuts
black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the tender tips of the asparagus in salt water until just tender.
  • Drain.
  • In a medium bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar; whisk until blended and stir in walnuts.
  • Combine asparagus and dressing and toss gently.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Arrange on a platter and sprinkle with black pepper.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.7, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 504.6, Carbohydrate 9.9, Fiber 2, Sugar 7.5, Protein 3.4

HONEY GLAZED SALMON WITH ASPARAGUS



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Make and share this Honey Glazed Salmon With Asparagus recipe from Food.com.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Fruit

Time 32m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons dijon-style mustard
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
salt and pepper, to taste
4 (4 -6 ounce) salmon fillets
1 lb fresh asparagus spear
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • PREHEAT oven to 400°F Line a 13x9x2-inch baking pan with Reynolds Wrap Release Non-Stick Foil with non-stick side toward food. Combine honey, mustard, butter, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper; set aside.
  • PLACE salmon in center of foil-lined pan. Arrange asparagus around salmon. Sprinkle with walnuts; drizzle with reserved sauce.
  • BAKE 20 to 22 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.1, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 59.2, Sodium 140.4, Carbohydrate 24.4, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 19.4, Protein 28.1

SALMON WITH SOY-HONEY AND WASABI SAUCES



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Categories     Wine     Broil     Marinate     Quick & Easy     Horseradish     Lime     Salmon     Spring     Honey     Soy Sauce     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

For salmon
1/2 cupmirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup rice vinegar (not seasoned)
1 tablespoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger
4 (6-ounce) pieces salmon fillet
For sauces
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons wasabi powder
1 tablespoon water
Accompaniment: lime wedges

Steps:

  • Marinate salmon:,
  • Stir together mirin, soy sauce, vinegar, and ginger in a shallow dish. Add fish, skin sides up, and marinate, covered, at room temperature 10 minutes.
  • Preheat broiler.
  • Make sauces:
  • Boil soy sauce, honey, and lime juice in a small saucepan, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 4 minutes.
  • Stir together wasabi powder and water in a small bowl.
  • Broil fish, skin sides down, on oiled rack of a broiler pan 5 to 7 inches from heat until fish is just cooked through, about 6 minutes.
  • Serve salmon drizzled with sauces.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender asparagus: Look for asparagus spears that are bright green and have tightly closed tips. Avoid spears that are woody or have yellow or brown spots.
  • Trim the asparagus: Cut off the tough ends of the asparagus spears, about 1 inch from the bottom.
  • Blanch the asparagus: Blanching the asparagus briefly in boiling water helps to preserve its鮮豔的green color and crisp texture.
  • Make the honey soy sauce: Combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and garlic in a small bowl. Whisk until well blended.
  • Stir-fry the asparagus: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the oil and asparagus and stir-fry until the asparagus is tender and slightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the honey soy sauce: Pour the honey soy sauce over the asparagus and stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the sauce is heated through.
  • Garnish and serve: Garnish the asparagus with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve immediately.

Conclusion:

Honey soy asparagus is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to enjoy fresh asparagus, and the honey soy sauce adds a delicious sweet and savory flavor. This dish is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, vitamin K, and folate. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give honey soy asparagus a try. You won't be disappointed!

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