Asparagus is a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. One of the simplest and most flavorful ways to prepare asparagus is to steam it and serve it with a ginger-garlic sauce. This dish is light, healthy, and incredibly easy to make. It's also a great way to enjoy the fresh flavors of asparagus during the spring and summer months.
The ginger-garlic sauce is what really makes this dish special. The combination of ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and rice vinegar creates a savory and slightly tangy sauce that perfectly complements the delicate flavor of the asparagus. The sauce is also incredibly easy to make, and it can be used on other steamed vegetables as well.
In addition to the steamed asparagus with ginger-garlic sauce, the article also includes recipes for three other asparagus dishes:
* **Asparagus with Brown Butter and Lemon:** This classic dish is made with just a few simple ingredients, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The brown butter adds a nutty flavor to the asparagus, while the lemon brightens it up.
* **Asparagus Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts:** This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. It's made with fresh asparagus, goat cheese, walnuts, and a simple vinaigrette.
* **Asparagus Soup:** This soup is a creamy and comforting dish that's perfect for a cold winter day. It's made with asparagus, potatoes, onion, and garlic, and it's finished with a swirl of heavy cream.
STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH GINGER GARLIC SAUCE
This is a great side dish with grilled meats or Asian entrees. We think it goes especially well with grilled flank steak and rice. From Gourmet, April 1995.
Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Categories Vegetables
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. In a steamer set over boiling water, steam asparagus, covered, until just crisp-tender, about 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer asparagus to a colander and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Drain asparagus well.
- 2. In a 1-cup measure, stir together cornstarch and water until dissolved and stir in soy sauce, Sherry or Scotch, sugar, salt and sesame oil.
- 3. Heat a wok or large heavy skillet over high heat until hot and add vegetable oil. Heat vegetable oil until hot but not smoking and stir-fry gingerroot and garlic 30 seconds. Add asparagus and stir-fry 30 seconds. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to asparagus. Bring liquid to a boil, stirring, and stir-fry mixture until asparagus is well coated. Sprinkle asparagus with sesame seeds and toss.
- 4. Serves 4 as an entree with rice or 6 as a side dish.
SAUTEED GARLIC ASPARAGUS
A simple but tasty twist to regular old Asparagus.
Provided by Ryan Morgan
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Melt the butter or margarine in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and asparagus spears; cover and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until asparagus is tender. If you like your asparagus well done, reduce heat and cook an additional 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.2 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 64 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH HERB SAUCE
Provided by Moira Hodgson
Categories easy, side dish
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Wash the asparagus carefully and gently scrape them to remove all trace of soil. Tie together, according to size, with string. Put the asparagus into two inches of boiling, salted water. Cook, covered, for 15 to 20 minutes, according to size; the asparagus should remain al dente. Drain and put into cold water briefly to cool rapidly and to maintain color. Drain on paper towels, then place on a round platter, tips toward the center.
- Prepare a sauce with the remaining ingredients. Place all the herbs except for the additional watercress in a blender, add the salt and pepper, and blend for a second. Add the lemon juice and then the oil in a trickle to the blender on low speed. Pour the sauce over the cooled asparagus. Garnish with the reserved watercress. Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 155, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 576 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams
STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH GINGER GARLIC SAUCE
This is a great side dish with grilled meats or Asian entrees. It goes especially well with grilled flank steak and rice. From Gourmet, April 1995.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Rice
Time 15m
Yield 4-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a steamer set over boiling water, steam asparagus, covered, until just crisp-tender, about 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer asparagus to a colander and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Drain asparagus well.
- In a 1-cup measure, stir together cornstarch and water until dissolved and stir in soy sauce, Sherry or Scotch, sugar, salt and sesame oil.
- Heat a wok or large heavy skillet over high heat until hot and add vegetable oil. Heat vegetable oil until hot but not smoking and stir-fry gingerroot and garlic 30 seconds. Add asparagus and stir-fry 30 seconds. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to asparagus. Bring liquid to a boil, stirring, and stir-fry mixture until asparagus is well coated. Sprinkle asparagus with sesame seeds and toss.
- Serves 4 as an entree with rice or 6 as a side dish.
STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH GINGER GARLIC SAUCE
Steps:
- In a steamer set over boiling water, steam asparagus, covered, until just crisp-tender, about 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer asparagus to a colander and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Drain asparagus well.
- In a 1-cup measure, stir together cornstarch and water until dissolved and stir in soy sauce, Sherry or Scotch, sugar, salt and sesame oil.
- Heat a wok or large heavy skillet over high heat until hot and add vegetable oil. Heat vegetable oil until hot but not smoking and stir-fry ginger root and garlic 30 seconds. Add asparagus and stir-fry 30 seconds. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to asparagus. Bring liquid to a boil, stirring, and stir-fry mixture until asparagus is well coated. Sprinkle asparagus with sesame seeds and toss.
STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON BUTTER
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Wash asparagus and trim off bottom of stems by about 2 inches. In a large skillet, bring about 1/2 inch of water to a rapid boil. Season the water with salt and add the asparagus. Cook the asparagus for 2-3 minutes or until bright green and just tender. Drain the asparagus and add butter to the skillet. Stir in the zest and juice. Return the drained asparagus to the skillet and toss to coat. Serve immediately
ASPARAGUS WITH CREAMY MUSTARD SAUCE
Spring is the season to take full advantage of the subtle, grassy flavors of asparagus and this easy sauce comes together in minutes.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a bowl, stir together 2 tablespoonsmayonnaise, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1tablespoon white-wine vinegar, and1 teaspoon Dijon mustard. Season withsalt and pepper. Drizzle over chilled Steamed Asparagus.
ASPARAGUS WITH ORANGE GINGER SAUCE
Make and share this Asparagus With Orange Ginger Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Outta Here
Categories Oranges
Time 18m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Wash asparagus and snap off tough ends. Place in a steamer basket and steam until just tender, about 5 minutes.
- In a small saucepan, stir together juice, zest and cornstarch.
- Cook over medium-high heat until boiling. Let thicken and reduce while stirring with a whisk, about 3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add grated ginger.
- Place asparagus on a serving plate and pour sauce over asparagus; top with toasted almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.4, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 2.7, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 4.9, Protein 3.5
GARLIC-SAUTEED ASPARAGUS
This is a very quick and healthy vegetable side dish. Even my son, who is very picky, loves this. It works well as a snack with wine, as an appetizer, or as a side dish, especially for Asian-inspired dishes.
Provided by naturalbornhealer
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat olive oil and sesame oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat; add garlic and decrease heat to medium. Cook and stir garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add asparagus, soy sauce, and water to garlic; cook and stir until liquid is mostly evaporated, about 3 minutes. Cover wok and cook until asparagus are tender yet firm to the bite, 5 to 10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 453.9 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, tender asparagus for the best results.
- Trim the asparagus spears by snapping off the woody ends.
- Steam the asparagus until it is tender-crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
- Make sure the ginger-garlic sauce is hot when you pour it over the asparagus.
- Garnish the asparagus with chopped green onions or sesame seeds before serving.
Conclusion:
Steamed asparagus with ginger-garlic sauce is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a healthy and flavorful side dish. The asparagus is tender-crisp and the sauce is savory and slightly spicy. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.
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