Stir-fried Asparagus and Carrots

Trisha W's Note:

I always enjoy asparagus - and this is for other asparagus lovers. The carrots add a lovely contrast of color. And it is only 43 calories a serving!

• Total Time: 15 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 1/3 cup low sodium chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons reduced sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 24 asparagus spears, cut into 1/2 inch diagonal pieces
• 1/2 cup carrot, thinly sliced

Directions:

1. Combine broth, soy sauce, cornstarch and sugar in a small bowl, stirring until items are disolved making a broth.
2. Heat oil, in a non-stick skillet, then add the asparagus pieces, cooking and stirring constantly, until bright green (about 2 minutes).
3. Add the broth mixture and carrots, cooking and stirring constantly until sauce is thickened and asparagus tender (about 3 more minutes).

Reviews

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Asparagus & carrots are two vegetables I think just about everyone loves (certainly everyone in my family, and they are particularly appealing mixed in this soy-based sauce. I wish I was able to post pictures because this is a very beautiful dish with its vivid bright green and bright orange. What a treat that they're healthy and low-calorie, as well. This will become a regular at my dinner table!