Name: Spicy Asparagus in Black Bean Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Ingredients: 1½ to 2 lb asparagus; 1½ cups reduced sodium vegetable broth; 1 Tbsp fermented black beans (available in most Asian grocery stores); 2-3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 Tbsp finely chopped ginger; 1 Tbsp reduced sodium soy sauce; 2 hot chili peppers, finely chopped

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Recipes » Side Dishes » Spicy Asparagus in Black Bean Sauce

Spicy Asparagus in Black Bean Sauce Recipe

By CNS Recipes

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Fermented black beans add robust flavor to this simple dish. Way better than takeout!

Prep: 10 mins Cook: 12 mins Total: 22 mins

Gluten Free Low Sugar Nut Free

Ingredients

1½ to 2 lb asparagus
1½ cups reduced sodium vegetable broth
1 Tbsp fermented black beans (available in most Asian grocery stores)
2-3 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbsp finely chopped ginger
1 Tbsp reduced sodium soy sauce
2 hot chili peppers, finely chopped

Instructions

1. Wash asparagus and trim off tough stems. Cut into 2-inch lengths and blanch in boiling water for 3-4 minutes. Drain and set aside
2. Heat water or vegetable broth in wok and sauté the black beans, garlic, ginger, and chili pepper until garlic is tender.
3. Add asparagus, stirring rapidly to coat with spices in the wok.
4. Add remaining vegetable broth and cook for 1-2 minutes until asparagus is tender and broth is slightly reduced.
5. Serve immediately.