Chinese-style asparagus

(from suddenlyslim’s recipe box)

Distinctively rich in flavor, asparagus is a good source of vitamin C, folate, iron and copper. To prepare asparagus for cooking, hold a piece of asparagus in the middle. Grab the cut end and bend it downward until the cut end snaps off. The asparagus will break in the right spot to remove its woody end.

Source: adapted from Mayo Clinic Staff recipe

Serves 6 people

Categories: Vegetables

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar substitute (Truvia)
  • 1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, woody ends removed and cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, heat the water, sugar and soy sauce over high heat. Cook until boiling, and then add the asparagus. Reduce heat to low and simmer until the asparagus is tender-crisp, about 3 to 4 minutes.

  2. Transfer to a serving dish and serve immediately.

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