Oriental Asparagus

Elevate your vegetable side dishes with this vibrant and flavor-packed Oriental Asparagus recipe, a quick and healthy option perfect for any meal. Tender asparagus spears are stir-fried to perfection in a savory blend of sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic, and fresh ginger, then lightly sweetened with a touch of honey and spiced with red chili flakes for subtle heat. Finished with a sprinkle of nutty sesame seeds, this dish is ready in just 20 minutes and pairs beautifully with rice, noodles, or grilled proteins. Bursting with Asian-inspired flavors and packed with nutrients, this skillet sensation is ideal for busy weeknights or as an impressive addition to your dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams asparagus
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon ginger
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons water
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Wash the asparagus thoroughly under running water. Trim 2-3 cm off the tough, woody ends of the stalks.

Step 2

Mince the garlic and grate the ginger. Set them aside.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat and add the sesame oil.

Step 4

Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 5

Add the asparagus to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the oil, garlic, and ginger mixture.

Step 6

Pour the soy sauce, honey, and water over the asparagus. Sprinkle the salt and red chili flakes over the top. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Cover the skillet with a lid and allow the asparagus to cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the asparagus is tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 8

Remove the lid and cook for another 1-2 minutes to let the sauce reduce slightly.

Step 9

Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the asparagus and stir gently to coat evenly.

Step 10

Transfer the Oriental Asparagus to a serving dish and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	599.5 grams (599.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	296

Total Fat 16.50g	21%
Saturated Fat 2.50g	13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2347mg	102%
Total Carbohydrate 30.40g	11%
Dietary Fiber 11.50g	41%
Total Sugars 15.50g
Protein 15.20g	30%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 150mg	12%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 1186mg	25%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.9%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 36.7%