STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH GINGER GARLIC SAUCE

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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

2 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut diagonally into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tsp cornstarch
1/2 c water
2 Tbsp soy sauce
1 Tbsp sherry or scotch
1 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp sesame oil
1 Tbsp vegetable oil
2 Tbsp ginger, minced
1 1/2 Tbsp garlic, minced
2 Tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
cooked rice, accompaniment

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.

Chiamara Udoka
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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I'm a big fan of asparagus, and this recipe is one of my favorites. It's simple, healthy, and absolutely delicious.


Arbita Shrestha
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. Even a beginner cook like me can make it look like a pro.


Maurielle Atterberry
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This recipe is a game-changer! The ginger-garlic sauce is so flavorful and complements the asparagus perfectly. I'm definitely making this again.


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