Indian Asparagus With Ginger & Lime Recipe

Name: Indian Asparagus With Ginger & Lime
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 15 asparagus spears; 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 shallots finely chopped; 1 teaspoon minced ginger; 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds; 3/4 teaspoon jaggery or sugar as a substitute; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3/4 tablespoon lime juice; 1 pinch chilli powder

Servings: persons

1
Heat the oil in the large non-stick pan (do not allow it to smoke). (To test if the oil is hot enough, throw in one mustard seed - if the oil is ready, it should sizzle and rise to the top straight away) When hot add the mustards seeds and fry until they sizzle, and add the cumin seeds and fry for 3-4 seconds.
2
Turn the heat to medium and add the onions, ginger and fry stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or so until the shallots are a light golden colour. Add the jaggery, (or substitute) lime juice, chilli powder and salt. Once the jaggery has melted, toss the asparagus in the pan along with a sprinkling of water to help them steam. Cover and cook for 5-6 minutes until the asparagus is tender. (The timing may vary depending on the thickness of the spears) you can test with a skewer to check for this)

133

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 15 asparagus spears, 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 shallots finely chopped, 1 teaspoon minced ginger, and more.

Yes, Indian Asparagus With Ginger & Lime falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Indian Asparagus With Ginger & Lime

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Variations & substitutions

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