Chinese Wok Asparagus with Cashews

This simple Chinese Wok Asparagus with Cashews recipe is quick to prepare and combines asparagus with cashews (or other nuts) for a delicious side dish your family will enjoy with any meal.

Ingredients

• 1 1/3 lb asparagus
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 1/4 tsp sesame oil
• ½ cup roasted cashews coarsely chopped
• 1 tbsp ginger root, fresh-finely chopped
• 1 tbsp soy sauce (regular or low sodium)

Preparation

1. Cut of bottom of stems of asparagus (about ½ inch) and discard. Cut remaining stalk into 3 or 4 pieces with a diagonal cut.


2. Heat oils together in a wok (high heat).


3. Add in the ginger and stir fry for about a minute.


4. Add the asparagus and stir fry until just tender. 4 ½ to 5 ½ minutes.


5. Stir in the soy sauce and cashews and serve right away.


6. Tastes great alone and works well over white rice or brown rice.

Variations

• Use a heavy skillet if you do not have a wok
• Substitute peanuts or almonds for the cashews