Best 5 Gingered Asparagus Recipes

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**Gingery Asparagus: A Symphony of Flavors**

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary delight that marries the vibrant flavors of ginger and the crisp texture of asparagus. This article presents a delectable collection of gingery asparagus recipes that cater to diverse dietary preferences and culinary skills. From the classic stir-fry to the refreshing salad, each recipe offers a unique interpretation of this harmonious combination. Embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

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GINGERED BEEF AND ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY



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"A friend who owns a bed and breakfast in Maryland shared this recipe with me. It's a delicious and different way to cook asparagus." Sonja Blow Nixa, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce, divided
1 tablespoon sherry
1/4 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot or dash ground ginger
1/2 pound beef flank steak, cut into thin strips
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 cup beef broth
1-1/2 teaspoons hoisin sauce
1/8 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
2 pounds fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch lengths
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 2 tablespoons soy sauce, sherry and ginger; add beef. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate 30 minutes., In a small bowl, combine cornstarch, broth, hoisin sauce, sugar and remaining soy sauce until smooth; set aside., In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry beef in 1 tablespoon oil until no longer pink. Remove and set aside. Stir-fry asparagus in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Return beef to the pan; heat through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 645mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GINGERED PORK AND ASPARAGUS



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My husband and I really enjoy fresh asparagus. So we were thrilled when I found this recipe for asparagus and juicy pork slices smothered in a snappy ginger sauce. -Kathleen Purvis, Franklin, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 tablespoons apple juice
6 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 pound pork tenderloin, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first four ingredients; set aside 1/3 cup. Pour remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate reserved marinade. , Drain and discard marinade. In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry half of the pork in 1 tablespoon oil for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Remove pork with a slotted spoon; set aside. Repeat with remaining pork and oil. , In the same skillet, stir-fry the asparagus for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Combine cornstarch and reserved marinade until smooth; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Return pork to skillet and heat through. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

ASPARAGUS WITH GINGERED SESAME-ORANGE DRESSING



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A great way to dress up asparagus with this delicious Asian-flavored dressing.

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories     Vegetables

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb asparagus, trimmed
1 Tbsp sesame seeds
2 Tbsp rice vinegar, unseasoned
2 tsp dijon mustard
1 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tsp orange rind, finely grated
1 garlic clove, pressed
2/3 c vegetable oil (or oil of your liking - feel free to adjust amount to your liking as well)
1 Tbsp sesame oil

Steps:

  • 1. Cook asparagus in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain. Transfer to bowl of ice water and cool. Drain and pat dry.
  • 2. Stir sesame seeds in a heavy small skillet over low heat until light brown, about 3 minutes; transfer to a small bowl.
  • 3. Whisk vinegar, mustard, soy sauce, ginger, orange peel and garlic in another small bowl. Gradually whisk in both oils. Season vinaigrette to taste with salt and pepper.
  • 4. Arrange asparagus on plates. Spoon vinaigrette over. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

GINGERED BEEF AND ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY



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Categories     Beef     Vegetable     Stir-Fry     Healthy

Yield 2-4

Number Of Ingredients 3

3/4 lb flank steak cut into thin strips
1/2 cup sherry, 2T soy sauce, 1T minced ginger,
2 cloves garlic minced, 1t lemon zest, iT sesame oil, 1lb asparagus in 2 inch pieces, 1 cup julienne carrots, 1 cup diagonally sliced celery, 1 red bell julienne, 1 onion thinly sliced, 2t corn starch, Cooked brown rice, 1T tasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Marinade beef in first five ingredients for 2 hrs covered in fridge. Heat oil in wok stir fry veggies until tender-crisp---remove and set asside Drain beef and stir for 2-3 min. Add cornstarch to marinade and mix well Add marinade mixture and veggies to beef until warm and sauce begins to thicken slightly Serve over rice with sesame seeds as garnish

GINGERED ASPARAGUS



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This is a nice way to prepare asparagus for a nice change of pace. From the cookbook Delicious Ways to Control Diabetes.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Vegetables

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb asparagus
cooking spray
2 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce
2 tsp sesame seeds, toasted
1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
1 dash(es) pepper
1/2 tsp orange rind, grated

Steps:

  • 1. Snap off tough ends of asparagus. Remove scales from stalks with a knife or vegetable peeler, if desired. Cut spears into 2-inch pieces.
  • 2. Coat a large non-stick skillet with cooking spray. Place over medium-low heat until hot.
  • 3. Add asparagus, soy sauce, sesame seeds, ginger, and pepper.
  • 4. Saute 5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender.
  • 5. To serve, transfer to a serving bowl, and sprinkle with orange rind.

Tips:

  • Choose the right asparagus. Look for spears that are bright green and have tightly closed tips. Avoid spears that are limp or have yellow or brown spots.
  • Wash the asparagus thoroughly. Rinse the spears under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  • Trim the asparagus. Snap off the tough ends of the asparagus spears. You can also use a knife to cut off the ends.
  • Cook the asparagus until it is tender-crisp. You can cook asparagus in a variety of ways, including steaming, roasting, grilling, or stir-frying. Cook the asparagus until it is tender-crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Serve the asparagus immediately. Asparagus is best served immediately after it is cooked. You can drizzle it with olive oil, lemon juice, or balsamic vinegar, or sprinkle it with salt and pepper.

Conclusion:

Asparagus is a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. This recipe for gingery asparagus is a simple and flavorful way to cook asparagus. The ginger and garlic add a nice depth of flavor to the asparagus, and the sesame seeds add a crunchy texture. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy side dish or appetizer.

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