FRESH THAI ASPARAGUS, KALE AND GARLICKY MUSHROOMS

Fresh Thai Asparagus, Kale and Garlicky Mushrooms image

Hit the local farmers market and stock up! This quick, simple side dish is a perfect complement to any meal. The fish sauce gives it a wonderful depth of flavor without much effort. -Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 tablespoons coconut oil
10 ounces medium fresh mushrooms, quartered (about 4 cups)
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups chopped fresh kale
2 teaspoons fish sauce or soy sauce
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
Toasted sesame seeds, optional

Steps:

In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms; cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 4-6 minutes. Add asparagus, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 2-4 minutes. Stir in kale; cook and stir until wilted, 2-4 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in fish sauce and vinegar. If desired, top with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 11g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 383mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.