ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY
Fresh asparagus is a rarity in our small town, but when I find it at the store, I make this colorful asparagus stir-fry. Even folks who don't like veggies will enjoy this dish. -Judy Stashko, Mayerthorpe, Alberta
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch, sugar, broth, soy sauce and ginger until blended; set aside. , In a small skillet or wok, stir-fry the asparagus, mushrooms, carrot and garlic in oil until crisp-tender. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 412mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
STIR-FRIED ASPARAGUS
This recipe for stir-fried asparagus is a bright, flavorful way to prepare the vegetable.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dinner Recipes Dinner Side Dishes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a nonstick skillet or a wok, heat the oil over high heat. Add the asparagus, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring often, for 3 minutes. Add the water, and continue to cook until easily pierced with the tip of a paring knife, about 3 minutes more.
STIR-FRIED ASPARAGUS, WITH JICAMA
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Wash asparagus, snap off the ends and cut into 1-inch pieces on a very sharp slant.
- Heat the oil in a wok or skillet. Add the asparagus and stir-fry for about three minutes. Stir in the jicama.
- Add salt, sugar and chicken broth, stir and cover. Lower heat and cook about three minutes, until the asparagus are crisp-tender but have not lost their bright green color.
- Add sesame oil and scallions, stir once and serve. If desired, transfer to a serving dish and allow to cool to room temperature, then serve as a salad.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 148, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 513 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
STIR-FRIED ASPARAGUS AND BASIL WITH SPICY ORANGE SAUCE
Steps:
- Combine the orange juice, soy sauce, and hot red pepper flakes in a small bowl and set aside.
- Snap off the tough ends of the asparagus. If the asparagus are thin, cut them on the diagonal into 2-inch pieces. If the asparagus are average or thicker, cut the spears in half lengthwise and then on the diagonal in 2-inch pieces.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large nonstick skillet set over high heat. When the oil is shimmering but not smoking, add the asparagus and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Push the asparagus to the sides of the pan and place the garlic and ginger in the center. Drizzle the remaining 1 teaspoon oil over the garlic and ginger. Cook until fragrant, about 20 seconds. Add the orange juice mixture, toss to coat well, and cover. Cook until the asparagus are tender, 2 to 3 minutes, depending on the thickness of the spears.
- Remove the cover and add the basil. Stir-fry until the sauce has reduced to a thick glaze, about 30 seconds. Serve immediately.
MIXED VEGETABLE STIR FRY
Steps:
- Combine sauce ingredients in a bowl.
- Place a wok over high heat until hot. Add oil, swirling to coat sides. Add garlic and ginger; cook stirring, until fragrant, about 10 seconds. Add carrots, lotus root, jicama, zucchini and mushrooms; stir fry for 1 minute.
- Add water, cover and cook for 3 minutes. Add bell pepper and asparagus; stir fry for 1 minute. Add sauce and bring to a boil. Add cornstarch solution and cook, stirring, until sauce boils and thickens.
ASPARAGUS-PEPPER STIR-FRY
This colorful vegetable stir-fry is high in vitamins A and C, and it's so easy to make.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Break off tough ends of asparagus as far down as stalks snap easily. Wash asparagus; cut into 1-inch pieces.
- In 10-inch nonstick skillet or wok, heat oil over medium heat. Add asparagus, bell pepper and garlic; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring constantly.
- In small bowl, mix orange juice, soy sauce and ginger until blended; stir into asparagus mixture. Cook and stir 15 to 30 seconds or until vegetables are coated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 40, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 135 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
ASPARAGUS TOFU STIR-FRY
With its flavorful ginger sauce and fresh vegetables, this tasty dish is a favorite. I get rave reviews every time I serve it, and it doesn't bother my husband's food allergies. Check out our guide if you're new to tofu. -Phyllis Smith, Chimacum, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, sugar, broth and soy sauce until smooth; set aside. , In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry 1 teaspoon ginger in 1 teaspoon oil for 1 minute. Add asparagus; stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add squash; stir-fry 2 minutes longer. Add onions; stir-fry 1 minute longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Remove and keep warm. , In the same pan, stir-fry tofu, salt, pepper and remaining ginger in remaining oil for 7-9 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove and keep warm., Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add asparagus mixture and tofu; heat through. Serve with rice; sprinkle with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 682mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
STIR FRIED ASPARAGUS WITH MUSHROOMS
Wonderful dish with chicken. Do not over cook the asparagus they should be heated through but still crisp
Provided by Bergy
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 14m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt butter/margarine in a wok or heavy skillet. Add mushrooms and sauté, stirring until they are browned evenly.
- Add asparagus and sauté, stirring for 1 minute.
- Add salt, pepper and shallots; sauté 1/2 minute.
- Sprinkle with the coriander and serve.
ASPARAGUS & MUSHROOM STIR FRY
This fast and easy side dish goes well with any meat entree. Or you can add strips of chicken, beef or pork to make it a quick, complete meal.
Provided by MMers
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Wash asparagus well.
- Break off bottoms and cut spears diagonally into 1 1/2 inch pieces.
- In large frying pan, heat oil and butter over medium heat.
- Add asparagus, garlic and ginger.
- Stir fry one minute.
- Add sugar, cover and cook for 1 minute.
- Add mushrooms and stir fry for 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in soya sauce and sesame oil.
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and serve immediately.
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