Quick Asparagus Stir Fry
Elevate your weeknight meals with this vibrant Quick Asparagus Stir Fry, a wholesome dish bursting with Asian-inspired flavors. Featuring tender-crisp asparagus, fragrant garlic and ginger, and a savory-sweet sauce made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey, this stir fry delivers big taste in just 15 minutes. A sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallion greens adds a satisfying crunch and pop of color, making it as stunning as it is delicious. Perfect as a light side dish or served over steamed rice for a quick vegetarian main course, this recipe is your go-to for a healthy, flavorful meal in no time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 pieces scallions
Instructions
Wash the asparagus and trim the woody ends. Cut the spears into 2-inch pieces.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves and fresh ginger. Thinly slice the scallions; separate the white and green parts.
In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the sesame oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic, minced ginger, and the white parts of the scallions. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the asparagus to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until it turns bright green and crisp-tender.
Pour the sauce over the asparagus and toss to coat evenly. Stir-fry for another minute to allow the sauce to heat through.
Remove from heat and garnish with the green parts of the scallions and toasted sesame seeds.
Serve immediately as a side dish or over steamed rice for a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
294 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.0 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1168 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.6 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 14.6 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 179 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1182 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.
