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Culinary Explorer
So, last weekend was all about cooking up something special - tried my hand at a Scallop & Asparagus Stir Fry . Gotta say, those juicy scallops and crunchy asparagus hit just the right spot!
INGREDIENTS
- 3⁄4lb asparagus, trimmed and cut diagonally into 2-inch lengths
- 3⁄4cup chicken broth, reduced sodium
- 1tablespoon cornstarch
- 1teaspoon light soy sauce
- 12ounces sea scallops, halved
- 1cup white mushroom, trimmed and sliced
- 1garlic clove
- 1teaspoon dark sesame oil
- 1cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3scallions, chopped
DIRECTIONS
- Boil one inch of water in a large saucepan.
- Add the asparagus and cook, covered for 3-5 minutes (Do not overcook).
- Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl, combine the chicken broth, cornstarch and soy sauce, and blend until smooth.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet or wok over high heat until hot.
- Fold in the scallops, mushrooms, garlic and sesame oil and stir-fry for about 4 minutes, or until scallops are opaque throughout.
- Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook, continuing to stir until the sauce thickens and boils.
- Add the asparagus, cherry tomatoes and scallions.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Stir-fry until heated through, and then serve over rice or pasta.
Why not give it a try and add some flavor to your day with this easy-peasy recipe? Happy cooking!