For an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal, garnish with toasted sesame seeds and finely chopped green onions before serving. Adjust the amount of sambal oelek to suit your preferred level of spiciness. A little goes a long way! To deepen the nutty notes, lightly toast the sesame oil in the pan for a minute before adding the sauce ingredients. Serve as a side dish with grilled meats, tofu, or alongside rice and other Asian-inspired dishes.
Sichuan Asparagus
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME20 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS6
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant Sichuan Asparagus! Crisp-tender asparagus spears are bathed in a tantalizingly sweet, spicy, and savory sauce, ready to grace your table in mere moments. A symphony of flavors awaits!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate16 g
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Fiber2 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium939 mg
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Sugar9 g
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Fat4 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPrepare the Asparagus: Bring a pot of salted water to a rapid boil over high heat. Add the asparagus and blanch for precisely 1 minute, ensuring a crisp-tender texture. (1 minute)
02
StepShock and Drain: Immediately drain the asparagus in a colander and rinse under cold running water to halt the cooking process. This preserves its vibrant green color and delightful crunch.
03
StepWhisk the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, rice wine vinegar, sambal oelek, sesame oil, minced garlic, and ginger paste until smooth and well combined. Ensure no lumps of cornstarch remain. (2 minutes)
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StepSauté and Thicken: Heat a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Pour in the prepared sauce mixture and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy. This should take approximately 2-3 minutes. (3 minutes)
05
StepCombine and Serve: Remove the skillet from the heat and gently fold in the blanched asparagus, ensuring it is evenly coated with the luscious sauce. Serve immediately.
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Willis Torp
Jul 2, 2025Next time, I might try adding a splash of Shaoxing wine to the sauce for added depth of flavor.
Darren Kuhlman
Jul 1, 2025This recipe is fantastic! The sauce is perfectly balanced – sweet, spicy, and savory. My family loved it!
Pete Zboncak
Jul 1, 2025The blanching technique is key to getting the asparagus just right. Thank you for the detailed instructions!
Regan Olson
Jul 1, 2025Great recipe! I subbed maple syrup for the brown sugar and it was still amazing.
Wanda Bergstrom
Jul 1, 2025I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat. Delicious!
Rudy Buckridge
Jun 30, 2025I've made this several times now, and it's always a hit. So quick and easy, yet so flavorful!