Miso Ginger Asparagus

Ingredients

Contains: soy, sesame (auto-detected from the ingredients and method; we can miss things, so check labels)

• 1 pound asparagus, ends trimmed
• 1 teaspoon cooking oil (olive, canola or vegetable)
• 2 teaspoons Miso & Easy (or 1 teaspoon miso paste + 1 teaspoon hot water)
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 clove garlic, finely minced
• 1/2 teaspoon roasted sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Directions

Method written by CompKitchen from the ingredient list. Not the original author's method, not kitchen-tested.

1. Snap or trim the asparagus ends if needed and cut the spears into 2-inch pieces. Mince the garlic and grate the fresh ginger.

2. If using miso paste, stir it with the hot water until smooth. If using Miso & Easy, measure it as listed. Set aside.

3. Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

4. Add the asparagus and stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until bright green and starting to blister.

5. Add the garlic and ginger and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant, taking care not to burn them.

6. Add the tablespoon of water and cover the pan for 1 minute to steam the asparagus until just tender.

7. Uncover, stir in the miso mixture, and cook 1 to 2 minutes, tossing until the asparagus is coated and glossy.

8. Remove from the heat, drizzle with the roasted sesame oil, sprinkle with the sesame seeds, and serve warm.