ORIENTAL BLACK BEAN AND GARLIC SAUCE FOR ASPARAGUS

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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.

Dani rajpoot
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This sauce is a bit too bland for my taste.


JO Cherry
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I love the spicy kick of this sauce. It's the perfect way to add some heat to your next meal.


Abubakar Mansir
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This sauce is a great way to add some Asian flavor to your next meal. It's perfect for stir-fries, noodle dishes, and even as a dipping sauce.


Victoria Wiscaver
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook asparagus, and this sauce is definitely a winner. It's so flavorful and easy to make.


Brandy Mayweather
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This sauce is delicious and healthy. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Fatima thoola
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I was looking for a new sauce to try on my asparagus, and this one did not disappoint. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


mayimele leticia
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This sauce is so easy to make, and it's so versatile. I've used it on asparagus, chicken, and fish, and it's always delicious.


Ak Barech
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but this sauce made me love it. It's so flavorful and addictive.


Legend Afaq
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This sauce was a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone raved about it.


Ricardo Andalon
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I love the combination of black beans and garlic in this sauce. It's so unique and delicious.


T.J.H THE HEDGEHOG
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This sauce is amazing! I used it on asparagus, but I can see it being great on other vegetables, too. It's so flavorful and easy to make.