Oriental Asparagus
Elevate your vegetable side dishes with this vibrant and flavor-packed Oriental Asparagus recipe, a quick and healthy option perfect for any meal. Tender asparagus spears are stir-fried to perfection in a savory blend of sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic, and fresh ginger, then lightly sweetened with a touch of honey and spiced with red chili flakes for subtle heat. Finished with a sprinkle of nutty sesame seeds, this dish is ready in just 20 minutes and pairs beautifully with rice, noodles, or grilled proteins. Bursting with Asian-inspired flavors and packed with nutrients, this skillet sensation is ideal for busy weeknights or as an impressive addition to your dinner table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams asparagus
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Wash the asparagus thoroughly under running water. Trim 2-3 cm off the tough, woody ends of the stalks.
Mince the garlic and grate the ginger. Set them aside.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat and add the sesame oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the asparagus to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the oil, garlic, and ginger mixture.
Pour the soy sauce, honey, and water over the asparagus. Sprinkle the salt and red chili flakes over the top. Stir well to combine.
Cover the skillet with a lid and allow the asparagus to cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the asparagus is tender but still slightly crisp.
Remove the lid and cook for another 1-2 minutes to let the sauce reduce slightly.
Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the asparagus and stir gently to coat evenly.
Transfer the Oriental Asparagus to a serving dish and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
296 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.5 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2346 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.5 g | ||
| Protein | 15.2 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1186 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
