Quick Chinese-Style Stir Fry
A simple and flavorful dish made with asparagus, quick-cooked in a Chinese-inspired stir fry sauce.
Ingredients
- β1 pound AsparagusFresh, trimmed
- β2 tablespoons Vegetable oilFor stir-frying
- β1-inch piece GingerGrated
- β2 cloves GarlicMinced
- β2 tablespoons Soy sauceLow-sodium
- β1 tablespoon Hoisin sauceOptional
- βto taste SaltAdjust to taste
- βto taste PepperAdjust to taste
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the grated ginger and minced garlic; stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 3
Add the asparagus; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, until tender but still crisp.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce (if using), salt, and pepper.
- 5
Pour the sauce over the asparagus and stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the asparagus is well coated.
- 6
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired.