STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH GINGER GARLIC SAUCE
This is a great side dish with grilled meats or Asian entrees. We think it goes especially well with grilled flank steak and rice. From Gourmet, April 1995.
Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Categories Vegetables
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. 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.
- 2. 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.
- 3. 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.
- 4. Serves 4 as an entree with rice or 6 as a side dish.
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Chiamara Udoka
[email protected]I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes, and this one is a keeper. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make. What more could you ask for?
Md munsur ali Md017
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the ginger-garlic sauce, and they ate all of their asparagus.
Adnan Gulab
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of steamed vegetables, but this recipe changed my mind. The asparagus was so flavorful and tender, I couldn't get enough of it.
Keilana McLeod
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I always have a bunch in my fridge, and this is a great way to use it up before it goes bad.
ULISSE Lucsonne
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook asparagus, and this recipe is definitely a winner. It's simple, healthy, and absolutely delicious.
Hasnain Agaria
[email protected]This recipe is a great starting point for creating your own variations. I added some red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little extra heat, and it was delicious.
Anold Nyanhete
[email protected]I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes, and this one is a keeper. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make. What more could you ask for?
Sardar Waqas
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the ginger-garlic sauce, and they ate all of their asparagus.
Jennifer Hamby
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of steamed vegetables, but this recipe changed my mind. The asparagus was so flavorful and tender, I couldn't get enough of it.
Glory Mwape
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I always have a bunch in my fridge, and this is a great way to use it up before it goes bad.
Amanuel Mihreteab
[email protected]I'm a big fan of asparagus, and this recipe is one of my favorites. It's simple, healthy, and absolutely delicious.
Arbita Shrestha
[email protected]The ginger-garlic sauce is what really makes this dish special. It's tangy, savory, and slightly sweet, and it pairs perfectly with the asparagus.
Md Mahmud Khokon
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can easily add other vegetables, like broccoli or carrots, to make it a complete meal.
Kitamirike Dan
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to impress your friends and family. It's easy to make, but it looks and tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen.
john tamaramiesine
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook asparagus, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and I can't wait to try it again.
Blessing Hubby
[email protected]This dish is healthy and delicious, which is a win-win in my book. I'll definitely be adding it to my regular rotation of meals.
Boaz Masonga
[email protected]I was skeptical about the ginger-garlic sauce at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. It's now my new favorite way to eat asparagus.
Minhas Rajpoot
[email protected]The asparagus turned out perfectly tender and crisp, just the way I like it. The sauce was also spot-on, with just the right amount of heat and spice.
Sanjeed Ferhan
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to follow. Even a beginner cook like me can make it look like a pro.
Maurielle Atterberry
[email protected]This recipe is a game-changer! The ginger-garlic sauce is so flavorful and complements the asparagus perfectly. I'm definitely making this again.