STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH GINGER GARLIC SAUCE
This is a great side dish with grilled meats or Asian entrees. It goes especially well with grilled flank steak and rice. From Gourmet, April 1995.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Rice
Time 15m
Yield 4-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a steamer set over boiling water, steam asparagus, covered, until just crisp-tender, about 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer asparagus to a colander and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Drain asparagus well.
- In a 1-cup measure, stir together cornstarch and water until dissolved and stir in soy sauce, Sherry or Scotch, sugar, salt and sesame oil.
- Heat a wok or large heavy skillet over high heat until hot and add vegetable oil. Heat vegetable oil until hot but not smoking and stir-fry gingerroot and garlic 30 seconds. Add asparagus and stir-fry 30 seconds. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to asparagus. Bring liquid to a boil, stirring, and stir-fry mixture until asparagus is well coated. Sprinkle asparagus with sesame seeds and toss.
- Serves 4 as an entree with rice or 6 as a side dish.
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Sumon Shah
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The asparagus was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Lana Haroush
[email protected]Great recipe! The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Sean Kelly
[email protected]This steamed asparagus with ginger garlic sauce is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The asparagus is cooked to perfection and the sauce is flavorful and aromatic. I will definitely be making this dish again.