ORIENTAL BLACK BEAN AND GARLIC SAUCE FOR ASPARAGUS

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Oriental Black Bean and Garlic Sauce for Asparagus image

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Sauce     Bean     Garlic     Ginger     Stir-Fry     Quick & Easy     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh gingerroot
1/3 cup minced red bell pepper
2 tablespoons fermented black beans (available at Oriental markets and specialty foods shops), rinsed, drained well, and crushed slightly
1 1/2 tablespoons medium-dry Sherry
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • In a skillet heat the oil over moderately high heat and in it stir-fry the garlic, the gingerroot, and the red bell pepper until the pepper is softened. Add the beans and stir-fry the mixture for 2 minutes. Add the Sherry and boil the mixture for 1 minute. Stir in the soy sauce, the sugar, and the broth and simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. In a small bowl dissolve the cornstarch in 2 teaspoons cold water, whisk it into the mixture, and simmer the sauce until it is thickened slightly. Add black pepper to taste and serve the sauce over asparagus.

Abhishek Pokhrel
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my sauce turned out really bland. I think I might have used the wrong kind of black beans.


Holly Holcomb
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Aisha Juma
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I'll be making this again soon.


Cas
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This recipe was a hit with my family!


John Hatsios
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Not my favorite.


MAREJ Hassan
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I would make this again.


David Jambrovic
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Easy and delicious!


Allan Griffin
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Yum!


Muslim Kafela
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Meh.


sxyloxahatchen
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


anis ur
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I wasn't a fan of this sauce. I found it to be too sweet and the texture was a bit gritty.


Emma Borjon
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This sauce is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think it would be great on grilled shrimp.


Justinas Surgelis
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I love the smoky flavor that the black beans add to this sauce. It's a great way to change up my usual asparagus recipes.


Ayodele David
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This sauce is so versatile! I've used it on chicken, tofu, and even fish. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Basil Robinson
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I've made this sauce a few times now and it's always delicious. It's a great way to use up leftover asparagus.


Abcdef Fadr
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This recipe was easy to follow and the sauce turned out great! I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Mashud Rafid
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This black bean sauce is a great way to add some extra flavor to asparagus. I especially love the combination of the garlic and the sesame seeds.