Thai Asparagus With Chiles, Garlic And Basil

Recipe Ingredients

1 tablespoon	15ml	Vegetable oil
1 tablespoon	15ml	Garlic - minced
1 tablespoon	15ml	Serrano or jalapeno chile - minced
1 1/2 lbs	681g / 24oz	Asparagus - snapped, steamed
1		-- slightly undercooked
2 tablespoons	30ml	Soy or fish sauce
1 teaspoon	5ml	Dark soy sauce (opt'l)
1 tablespoon	15ml	Water
1 tablespoon	15ml	Sugar
1 cup	146g / 5.1oz	Basil - chopped

Recipe Instructions

Heat a wok or large, deep skillet over high heat.

Add oil and swirl to coat surface.

Add garlic and minced chile; toss until garlic begins to turn golden, about 15 seconds.

Add the asparagus; stir-fry until coated with oil, about 15 seconds.

Add soy sauces and 1 tablespoon water; stir-fry until basil wilts.

Serve hot or at room temperature.

This Asian-style dish needs only simple grilled chicken or fish and steamed rice to round out its full flavors.

Source:
"Real Thai" by Nancie McDermott

Rating

Average rating:

Unrated, please add a rating

Submit your rating:

• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5
• 6
• 7
• 8
• 9
• 10

Click a star to rate this recipe.