Asian-Inspired Asparagus

Recipe and photo courtesy of Oldways: https://oldwayspt.org/recipes/asian-inspired-asparagus?fbclid=IwAR3_UjhfTrmDZzjCqb0_y0JnTRnAfd6OGqKdHqPF8_vK5JBv5j8-8EpJfxQ

Ingredients

• 1 lb asparagus
• 2 Tbsp lime juice
• 2 Tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1 ½ tsp ginger, grated
• 2-3 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 ½ tsp honey
• 1 ½ tsp sesame oil
• 1 Tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
• 1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 Tbsp slivered almonds, chopped (optional)

Recipe Directions

• Wash asparagus, and cut or break off woody stems.
• In a small bowl, mix lime juice, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, honey, and sesame oil. Set aside.
• Toast sesame seeds in a small skillet. Once toasted, remove from heat. Set aside.
• In a medium skillet, heat oil over medium heat until translucent, about 1 minute.
• Add asparagus, stir, and cook for 3 minutes. Asparagus should still be crunchy but should have softened slightly.
• Drizzle lime juice and sauce mixture over asparagus. Add in salt and pepper.
• Top with almonds and sesame seeds. Serve warm.

Recipe Times

Preparation Time: 15 min
Cooking Time: 5 min
Total Time: 20 min

Recipe Facts

Servings: 4
Calories per serving: 80
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