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Lightly saute fresh asparagus with minced fresh ginger for a flavorful, Asian-inspired side dish that's perfect for spring and early summer.  Try this recipe with broccoli or green beans.

Recipe by Southern Living November 2004

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Makes 6 servings
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Ingredients

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Directions

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  • Sauté asparagus in 2 teaspoons hot oil over medium-high heat in a large nonstick skillet 7 minutes. Add ginger, and sauté 1 minute. Stir in sugar and remaining ingredients, and cook 1 minute.

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Chef's Notes

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Nutrition Facts

53 calories; calories from fat 40%; fat 2.3g; saturated fat 0.3g; mono fat 1g; poly fat 1g; protein 2.5g; carbohydrates 5.4g; fiber 2.5g; iron 0.5mg; sodium 97mg; calcium 25mg.
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