lemon asparagus

my favorite vegetable, here's yet another quick way to serve it. adapted from fine cooking

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 teaspoon  grated lemon, zest of
• 1  teaspoon lemon juice
• 2 1⁄2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1  lb asparagus, ends snapped off,cut in half
• 1  large shallot, sliced
• 1  clove garlic, smashed
• 1  pinch  chili flakes
•  salt and pepper
• 1⁄4 cup water
•  shaved parmesan cheese (to garnish)

Directions

1. mix lemon zest, juice and 1/2 tsp oil and set aside.
2. heat skillet over high heat.
3. add 2 tbsp oil, shallots, garlic, asparagus, season with chili flakes, salt& pepper.
4. stir fry until beginning to brown, 3-4 minutes.
5. reduce heat to medium, add water, cover and simmer for a few more minutes.
6. drizzle oil mixture over asparagus, season with salt& pepper.
7. serve garnished with freshly shaved parmesan.