Stir Fried Asparagus
Elevate your weeknight meals with this quick and flavorful Stir Fried Asparagus recipe! Featuring tender-crisp asparagus spears infused with the bold flavors of garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil, this dish is a delightful combination of simplicity and sophistication. A touch of crushed red pepper flakes adds a mild heat, while optional sesame seeds lend a nutty crunch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy stir-fry is perfect as a vibrant vegetable side dish or a healthy complement to your favorite Asian-inspired mains. Perfectly balanced in taste and texture, this one-pan recipe is as nutritious as it is delicious—ideal for busy cooks who crave fresh, wholesome flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams asparagus
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the asparagus under cold water and trim off the woody ends (about 2–3 cm from the bottom). Cut the asparagus spears into 4–5 cm pieces.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the bottom of the pan.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the asparagus to the pan. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the asparagus is bright green and tender-crisp.
Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over the asparagus, then sprinkle in the crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the asparagus evenly in the seasonings.
Continue cooking for an additional 1–2 minutes until the asparagus is fully cooked but still has a slight crunch.
Transfer the stir-fried asparagus to a serving dish and garnish with sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
378 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.3 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1753 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 14.0 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 165 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1084 mg | 23% | |
*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.
