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Stir-Fried Asparagus with Garlic & Sesame Seeds

Cultural Context

Stir-frying is a traditional cooking technique in Chinese cuisine, known for its quick cooking time and ability to preserve the color and texture of vegetables. This dish highlights asparagus, a seasonal vegetable often enjoyed in spring, and is enhanced by the aromatic flavors of garlic and the nutty crunch of sesame seeds. Today, stir-fried asparagus is popular in many Asian-inspired dishes around the world, celebrated for its simplicity and vibrant taste.

AsianCNside
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
350 g (12.3 oz) of fresh asparagus
2 tablespoons of sunflower oil
4 cloves of garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons of soy sauce
1 teaspoon of toasted sesame seeds

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos is lower in sodium.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola is often less expensive.

1

Wash and trim the asparagus, cutting off the tough ends.

2

Heat sunflower oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

3

Add chopped garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

4

Add the asparagus to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.

5

Pour in soy sauce and stir to coat the asparagus evenly.

6

Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the asparagus and toss to combine.

Cooking Techniques

stir-frying

Equipment Needed

large skilletspatulacutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarianvegangluten-freenut-free

Allergens

soysesame

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