Super Simple Stir Fried Asparagus
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this **Super Simple Stir-Fried Asparagus**, a delightful side dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Featuring tender-crisp asparagus cooked to perfection with fragrant garlic and a savory mix of soy sauce and toasted sesame oil, this quick and easy recipe brings bold flavors to your plate with minimal effort. A hint of optional red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick, while the combination of olive oil and sesame oil creates a silky, aromatic coating on each bite. Perfectly versatile, this stir-fried asparagus pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, tofu, or rice, making it an essential addition to your healthy, delicious meals. Best of all, its simple preparation ensures you’ll have a restaurant-quality dish without the hassle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and trim the woody ends of the asparagus spears. Cut the asparagus into 2-inch pieces for even cooking.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce and toasted sesame oil. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the olive oil.
Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the asparagus to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, or until it turns bright green and becomes tender-crisp.
Pour the soy sauce and sesame oil mixture over the asparagus. Toss to coat evenly.
If using, sprinkle in the red pepper flakes for a bit of heat. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Remove from heat and serve immediately as a side dish for your favorite protein or grain.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
291 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.4 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1163 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 13.6 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1074 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.
