Sesame-Asparagus Stir-Fry

Submitted by Jolene20fan

"Great low carb side dish."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 lbs asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
• 1 large garlic clove, minced
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 1⁄2 teaspoon sesame oil

directions

1. In nonstick 12-inch skillet, toast sesame seeds over medium-high heat until fragrant and golden, about 4 minutes. Transfer to small bowl.
2. To same skillet, add olive oil and heat until hot. Add asparagus, garlic, and soy sauce, and cook, stirring, until asparagus is tender-crisp, 6 to 8 minutes. Toss with sesame oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Reviews

[Engrossed]

What a GREAT, EASY, and FLAVORFUL way to make asparagus! I used 8oz of Trader Joe's frozen tips and cuts and the same amounts of everything else. I used toasted sesame seeds. Made for Pick-A-Chef Fall 2007.