Stir-Fried Asparagus on the Side

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Stir-Fried Asparagus on the Side

 

1 pound asparagus

1/2 cup water

1/2 teaspoon any flavor bouillon, instant

1 pressed garlic clove

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1 tablespoon water, cold

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 1/2 cups fresh mushroom, sliced

DAsh red pepper flakes

1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

 

Cut asparagus into 1 " pieces and steam lightly. Mix 1/2 cup water and the dry

bouillon; reserve. Mix cornstarch and 1 tbsp. water; reserve. Heat oil in wok or

12 inch skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus, mushrooms, garlic,salt, red

pepper flakes and pepper. Stir-fry about 1 minute. Stir in bouillon mixture and

heat to boiling. Stir in cornstarch mixture. Cook and stir until thickened,

about 10 seconds. Serve as a side dish or entrée. Yields 4 servings.