Best 5 Sesame Asparagus Stir Fry Recipes

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When it comes to quick and easy weeknight meals, stir-fries are always a great option. They're packed with flavor, healthy, and can be on the table in less than 30 minutes. This sesame asparagus stir fry is no exception. With its tender asparagus, flavorful sesame sauce, and crunchy peanuts, it's a dish that's sure to please everyone at the table. The best part is that it's incredibly easy to make, even for beginner cooks.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SESAME BEEF AND ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY



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Categories     Beef     Stir-Fry     Dinner     Steak     Asparagus     Spring     Bon Appétit     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
10 ounces top sirloin, thinly sliced across grain
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3/4 cup sliced red onion
8 ounces slender asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces (about 2 cups)
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 teaspoons oriental sesame oil

Steps:

  • Spread sesame seeds on large plate. Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper; coat with sesame seeds.
  • Heat vegetable oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. Add onion; stir-fry 1 minute. Add asparagus; stir-fry until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Add beef; stir-fry until brown, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium. Add 1/3 cup water and hoisin sauce. Cook until sauce is bubbling and coats beef and vegetables, stirring often, about 2 minutes. Stir in sesame oil. Season with salt and pepper.

SESAME BEEF AND ASPARAGUS STIR FRY



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Get out the chopsticks it' s chinese for dinner tonight. This recipe goes together easily if you do all the prep work before starting to cook. This is an easy family supper that has everything meat, side and vegetable in one dish.

Provided by donnacooks

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon chopped gingerroot
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 cups water
2 (3 ounce) beef-flavor ramen noodles (plus seasoning packet)
4 scallions, sliced
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons oil (divided)
1 lb boneless sirloin, thinly sliced across grain
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb asparagus, thinly sliced diagonally
toasted sesame seeds
green onion (to garnish)

Steps:

  • In a bowl mix together, soy,rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, chopped ginger, 2 tsps. sesame oil cornstarch and pepper flakes, set aside.
  • To 2 cups boiling water andd two beef ramen noodles, 1 seasoning packet, 4 scallions and 1 teaspoons sesame oil. Cook one minute, remove from heat; let stand covered.
  • In a large skillet heat oil, add boneless sirloin and garlic and stir fry until lightly browned. Remove beef, keep warm. Add second Tbls. of oil add asparagus; stir fry until done to your taste.
  • Add beef and soy mixture to skillet. Stir fry until thickened. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seed and more green onions. Toss with noodles and serve.

SESAME-GINGER BEEF AND ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY



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Categories     Beef     Ginger     Stir-Fry     Asparagus     Bon Appétit

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean top sirloin, sliced into thin strips
2 teaspoons cornstarch
4 tablespoons peanut oil or vegetable oil, divided
1 teaspoon oriental sesame oil
1 pound thin asparagus, trimmed, cut on diagonal into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 small bunch green onions, cut on diagonal into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 1/2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
2/3 cup beef broth
1 tablespoon fish sauce (nam pla)
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Combine beef and cornstarch in large bowl. Using hands, rub to coat well.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons peanut oil in large skillet over high heat. Working in batches, add beef in single layer and cook, undisturbed, until meat begins to blacken on bottom, about 1 1/2 minutes. Turn over and cook until second side browns, about 1 minute. Transfer beef to large plate.
  • Heat remaining 2 tablespoons peanut oil and 1 teaspoon sesame oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus, green onions, and ginger; sauté until vegetables are tinged brown and crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Add broth, fish sauce, and sugar; bring to boil. Return beef to skillet and cook until sauce is slightly thickened, about 1 minute. Transfer to platter and serve.

SESAME SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS STIR FRY



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Categories     Shellfish     Vegetable

Number Of Ingredients 11

ingredients
1 cup long-grain white rice, cooked according to package instructions
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon peeled and grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut diagonally into 2-inch pieces
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1 pound large shrimp, cleaned and cooked
1 teaspoon Asian (toasted) sesame oil

Steps:

  • n a small bowl, stir together the soy sauce, rice vinegar and ginger. Set aside. In a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, toast the sesame seeds until golden, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl. In the same skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add the asparagus and cook until tender-crisp, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir the soy sauce mixture and shrimp into the asparagus mixture. Cook 1 minute to heat through. Remove the skillet from the heat, and stir in the sesame oil. To serve, spoon the rice onto 4 dinner plates, top with the shrimp mixture and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.

SESAME-ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY



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Make and share this Sesame-Asparagus Stir-Fry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jolene20fan

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 lbs asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 large garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • In nonstick 12-inch skillet, toast sesame seeds over medium-high heat until fragrant and golden, about 4 minutes. Transfer to small bowl.
  • To same skillet, add olive oil and heat until hot. Add asparagus, garlic, and soy sauce, and cook, stirring, until asparagus is tender-crisp, 6 to 8 minutes. Toss with sesame oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Tips:

  • Use fresh asparagus: Fresh asparagus is essential for this recipe. Look for asparagus that is bright green and has firm tips.
  • Trim the asparagus properly: To trim the asparagus, snap off the woody ends. You can also use a knife to cut off the ends.
  • Cook the asparagus until it is tender-crisp: Asparagus should be cooked until it is tender-crisp, but not mushy. This will take about 2-3 minutes.
  • Use a good quality sesame oil: Sesame oil is a key ingredient in this recipe. Make sure to use a good quality sesame oil that has a nutty flavor.
  • Add the sauce at the end: The sauce is added at the end of the cooking process to prevent it from burning.

Conclusion:

This sesame asparagus stir-fry is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a healthy and delicious way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The asparagus is tender-crisp and flavorful, and the sauce is savory and slightly sweet. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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