Sesame Asparagus with Garlic
Elevate your side dish game with this quick and flavorful Sesame Asparagus with Garlic recipe. Featuring tender-crisp asparagus spears, sautéed in a tantalizing mix of olive oil, sesame oil, and freshly minced garlic, this dish is equal parts simple and sophisticated. A splash of soy sauce adds savory depth, while toasted sesame seeds provide a delicate crunch and nutty aroma. Ready in just 20 minutes, this vibrant, healthy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as a stunning addition to any dinner party spread. Whether served hot or at room temperature, this sesame garlic asparagus will complement everything from grilled meats to hearty vegetarian dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Asparagus
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons Sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the asparagus under cold water and trim the woody ends by snapping or cutting about 1 inch off the bottom of each spear.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30-60 seconds, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the trimmed asparagus to the skillet and toss gently to coat them with the oil and garlic.
Drizzle the sesame oil and soy sauce over the asparagus, then sprinkle in the salt and black pepper. Stir everything to combine.
Cook the asparagus for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender-crisp and bright green.
Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the asparagus and toss gently to coat.
Remove from heat and transfer the sesame asparagus to a serving dish.
Serve hot as a side dish or allow to cool slightly before enjoying.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
398 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.0 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1180 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 13.2 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1036 mg | 22% | |
*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.
