Stir-Fried Spicy Asparagus

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Holding out for regional produce may seem absurdly romantic, or a little stubborn, but there’s no denying the thrill when, after months of apples, potatoes and sturdy greens, suddenly asparagus appears in full force at the market. Finally, spring has arrived.

by David Tanis

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AsianEasy, Quick, Side Dish

Servings

(4–6)

Total time

15 min

Calories / serving

49 kcal

Ingredients (7)

serves

1 1/2 pounds pencil-thin asparagus (or substitute small or medium asparagus, split lengthwise)
1 tablespoon vegetable oilvegetable-oil
Salt and peppersalt-and-pepper
3 garlic cloves, mincedgarlic
1 tablespoon grated gingerginger
1 serrano or other fresh hot chile, finely chopped
A large handful of basil, mint and cilantro leavesbasil

Instructions (3 steps)

01Snap off and discard the tough bottoms of each asparagus spear. Cut the asparagus into 2-inch lengths
02In a wok or cast-iron skillet, heat the oil until nearly smoking. Add the asparagus, season generously with salt and pepper and stir well, making sure the asparagus is coated and glistening with oil. Continue to stir-fry over high heat for about 1 minute, until the asparagus looks bright green and barely cooked. Add the garlic, ginger and chile and stir-fry for 30 seconds more.
03Transfer to a serving platter and scatter leaves on top. Serve immediately.

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