Asparagus and Pea Stir-Fry with Ginger

Crisp asparagus and sweet peas simmered in a fragrant ginger-garlic sauce, finished with toasted sesame seeds for a vibrant spring meal.

Cuisine: Asian

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 10 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces asparagus
• 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tbsp, minced ginger
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 3 cloves minced garlic and 1 tbsp minced ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb trimmed asparagus and 1 cup peas, stirring to coat in oil. Cook for 4 minutes until asparagus is tender-crisp and peas are bright green.
3. Step 3: Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl. Pour over vegetables and stir to coat. Combine 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water, then add to the pan, stirring constantly until sauce thickens and coats vegetables, about 1 minute.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp sesame seeds. Serve immediately while hot.