How to Stir Fry Asparagus

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Rinse the asparagus

   Use the blade of your knife to start at the bottom of the asparagus, and press down lightly working your way up until the knife cuts through easily.
   
   This marks the point between the tender and tough parts of the asparagus.
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   Step 2: and cut the bottom ends off to get rid of the stringy part (usually 1.5 inches).

   , Once the olive oil is well heated, add slices of garlic into pan.
   
   Stir fry the garlic for about 1 minute.
   
   Don't let it burn. , Quickly throw in the asparagus, and add a pinch of salt and pepper.
   
   Stir fry the asparagus for about 1 minute. , Squeeze a wedge of lemon into the pan, and place 1 tablespoon of butter on asparagus., Let it sit for 1 minute.  ,
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   Step 3: Thinly slice 1 clove of garlic.

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   Step 4: Pour 3 tablespoons of olive oil into a frying pan

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   Step 5: and bring it to medium heat.

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   Step 6: Turn the heat to high.

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   Step 7: Add a splash of soy sauce (2 tablespoon).

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   Step 8: Cover asparagus with a lid immediately to capture steam from soy sauce and lemon.

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   Step 9: Place the asparagus on a plate and pour the remaining sauce in the pan onto the asparagus. 

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