Wok-Tossed Asparagus in Black Bean Sauce Recipe

Name: Wok-Tossed Asparagus in Black Bean Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup sake; 1 tablespoon Chinese black beans, rinsed and finely chopped; 1 tablespoon peanut oil; 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 dried hot red chiles; 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced; 1 pound thin asparagus, cut on the diagonal into 1-inch lengths; 2 scallions, thinly sliced (about 1/3 cup); 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds, plus more for garnish; Salt; Toasted sesame oil, for drizzling

Servings: persons

1/4 cup sake
1 tablespoon Chinese black beans, rinsed and finely chopped
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon sugar
2 dried hot red chiles
1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
1 pound thin asparagus, cut on the diagonal into 1-inch lengths
2 scallions, thinly sliced (about 1/3 cup)
1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds, plus more for garnish
Salt
Toasted sesame oil, for drizzling

1
In a small bowl, whisk the sake with the black beans.
2
Heat a wok or large skillet.
3
Add the peanut oil and heat until small puffs of smoke appear around the edge.
4
Add the ginger, sugar, chiles and garlic and stir-fry over high heat until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
5
Add the asparagus and stir-fry until bright green, about 2 minutes.
6
Add the sake mixture and stir-fry until the asparagus are crisp-tender and the sauce has reduced to a glaze, 1 to 2 minutes.
7
Add the scallions and 1/2 teaspoon of sesame seeds and season with salt.
8
Transfer the asparagus to a platter, drizzle with the sesame oil and serve.

109

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup sake, 1 tablespoon Chinese black beans, rinsed and finely chopped, 1 tablespoon peanut oil, 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Wok-Tossed Asparagus in Black Bean Sauce 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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Wok-Tossed Asparagus in Black Bean Sauce

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