Sesame beef with asparagus is a classic Chinese dish that has become a favorite around the world. With its blend of savory, sweet, and aromatic flavors, this dish is a surefire hit with both kids and adults. It's also a great meal to prepare for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
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SESAME BEEF AND ASPARAGUS STIR FRY
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
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.
BEEF AND ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY
With tasty tender slices of beef and fresh colorful vegetables, this mouthwatering stir-fry was designated "a keeper" by my husband the first time I made it. He loves the beef and asparagus, and I appreciate how quick it is to make.-JoLynn Hill, Roosevelt, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Slice beef into thin 3-in. strips. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water, salt, pepper and hot pepper sauce; add the beef. Seal bag and turn to coat. , In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry half of the beef in 1 tablespoon oil until no longer pink; remove from the skillet and keep warm. Repeat with remaining beef and 1 tablespoon oil. , Stir-fry the asparagus and cauliflower in remaining oil for 4 minutes. Add red pepper and onion; stir-fry for 2 minutes. Return beef to skillet. , In a small bowl, combine the bouillon, soy sauce, ketchup, vinegar and remaining water; add to the skillet. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until heated through. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 461mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ESSANAYE'S SESAME BEEF STIR FRY
Very good stir-fry. A little on the sweet side. Cook in a large wok on medium-high heat. Marinating overnight is good, but not necessary.
Provided by Essanaye
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 8h40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Whisk soy sauce, sugar, rice wine vinegar, garlic, and 1 tablespoon sesame seeds in a bowl; pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add beef, coat with marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal bag. Marinate beef in the refrigerator overnight.
- Heat peanut oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir beef and marinade until beef is well-browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in asparagus, mushrooms, onion, bell pepper, and green onions; cook and stir until vegetables begin to soften, 3 to 4 minutes. Add cashews and 1 tablespoon sesame seeds; continue cooking until vegetables are tender, 2 to 3 minutes more.
- Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl; stir into beef stir fry until sauce is thickened, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 476.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.3 g, Cholesterol 40.2 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 1379.8 mg, Sugar 21.7 g
SESAME BEEF & ASPARAGUS SALAD
Cooking is one of my favorite hobbies-especially when it comes to experimenting with fresh ingredients like these. This meaty salad is wonderful at the start of asparagus season. -Tamara Steeb, Issaquah, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat broiler. Place steak on a broiler pan. Broil 2-3 in. from heat until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°), 6-7 minutes per side. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing., In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. water to a boil. Add asparagus; cook, uncovered, just until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes. Drain and cool. , Mix soy sauce, sesame oil, vinegar and ginger; toss with beef and asparagus. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. If desired, serve over lettuce with carrot, radishes, cilantro and lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 350mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SESAME GRILLED ASPARAGUS
Steps:
- In a shallow pan, soak skewers in cold water for 1 hour, then drain and set aside.
- Preheat grill to high. Snap off the woody bases of the asparagus and discard. Skewer 4 or 5 asparagus spears together, using the toothpicks or 2 bamboo skewers, forming a raft shape.
- In a small bowl, combine the sesame oil, soy sauce, and garlic and stir with a fork to mix. Brush this mixture on the asparagus rafts on both sides. Season the asparagus with a little salt and lots of pepper.
- When ready to cook, place the asparagus rafts on the hot grate and grill until nicely browned on both sides, 2 to 4 minutes. Sprinkle with the sesame seeds as they grill. You can serve the asparagus as rafts or unskewered.
SESAME ASPARAGUS
Provided by Marian Burros
Categories easy, quick, weekday, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Steam asparagus until tender, about 7 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- To serve, heat oil until it is warm, and add sesame seeds and asparagus, stirring to coat, and warm asparagus slightly. Stir in soy sauce, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 89, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 45 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams
SESAME-GINGER BEEF AND ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY
Categories Beef Ginger Stir-Fry Asparagus Bon Appétit
Number Of Ingredients 10
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.
SIMPLY SESAME ASPARAGUS
Perfect for grilling! A simple and easy dish to prepare that's packed with great flavor. I love to serve this in the summer with grilled meats or salmon.
Provided by cookin
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Toss asparagus and sesame oil together in a bowl until asparagus is completely coated. Season with coarse salt.
- Cook asparagus on the preheated grill, turning every 2 minutes, until browned and tender yet still crisp to the bite, about 8 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.1 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 1442.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
ROASTED SESAME ASPARAGUS
Sesame adds a rich nutty flavor to this asparagus side dish - ready in 15 minutes.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450°F. Break off tough ends of asparagus as far down as stalks snap easily. In ungreased 15x10x1-inch pan, place asparagus spears in single layer.
- In small bowl, mix remaining ingredients except sesame seed; pour over asparagus, turning asparagus to coat evenly.
- Roast 8 to 10 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender (asparagus will appear slightly charred). Sprinkle with sesame seed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 75 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g
SESAME BEEF AND ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY
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
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.
BEEF WITH FRESH ASPARAGUS
I believe this is from the Yan Can Cookbook that I borrowed from my sister-in-law years ago. This is a flavorful and colorful combination. I think I may have added more soy sauce during the cooking process when I made this, so naturally, make the necessary adjustments to suit your family. It would probably be good with a little heat added to it (crushed red pepper or chiles maybe) Prep time includes 2 hours for marination.
Provided by pattikay in L.A.
Categories Vegetable
Time 2h25m
Yield 4-5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Mix together soy sauce, wine, sesame oil, ginger, cornstarch and oil for marinade.
- Cut beef across the grain into 1 1/2 by 2 inch slices. Marinate 2 hours.
- Break off and discard tough ends of asparagus. Cut diagonally into 1 1/2-2 inch lengths.
- Peel and cut carrot into 1/2 inch rounds.
- Heat oil in wok or skillet over high heat.
- Add ginger and stif for 30 seconds.
- Add beef to skillet and stir-fry till redness disappears, about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Add asparagus and carrots to wok/skillet, stirring for 30 seconds.
- Stir in remaining ingredients, except cornstarch solution.
- Cover and cook for 2 1/2-3 minutes.
- Return beef to skillet, stir well and thicken with cornstarch.
- Serve hot over cooked rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.3, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 23.2, Sodium 387.4, Carbohydrate 6.6, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 2.3, Protein 14.1
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cut beef strips or thinly sliced flank steak.
- To make the sauce ahead of time, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
- If you don't have asparagus, you can use broccoli, snow peas, or baby bok choy instead.
- If you like a spicy dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Serve the sesame beef with steamed rice or noodles.
Conclusion:
This sesame beef with asparagus recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. The beef is tender and juicy, the asparagus is crisp and tender, and the sauce is sweet, savory, and slightly tangy. This dish is sure to please the whole family and is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
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