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Ginger and Lime Steamed Asparagus with Oyster Sauce

Name: Ginger and Lime Steamed Asparagus with Oyster Sauce
Total time: 17 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 1 bunch asparagus (trimmed); 2 tbsp oyster sauce; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp sesame oil; 1 tsp sugar; 2 garlic cloves (minced); 1/2 tsp grated ginger; 1/2 tsp lime zest

Fresh ginger and lime zest brighten the savory oyster sauce with a zesty kick.

17 minutes2 servings

Method

Fold in grated ginger and lime zest into the sauce before tossing with asparagus.
Bring water to a boil in a steamer pot.
Place asparagus in steamer basket and steam 5-7 minutes until tender.
In a bowl, mix oyster sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and garlic.
Toss steamed asparagus with sauce and serve immediately.

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