Spicy Stir-Fried Asparagus

1. Prep

Trim the woody ends off the asparagus and cut the spears into 2-inch pieces for even cooking. Slice the ginger and garlic for the aromatics. Cut the lime in half.

2. Sauté

Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the asparagus and sauté with a pinch of salt for about 3-4 minutes, or until they are half-cooked and still have a bit of crunch. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

3. Add Aromatics

Add the sliced ginger and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently. You're aiming for the garlic to become fragrant and the ginger to soften without them taking on too much color. Remember, garlic can turn bitter if overcooked.

4. Finishing Ingredients

Stir in the sambal oelek and continue to cook for 1 minute to allow the flavors to meld. This is a great moment to introduce a pinch of salt if needed, but be mindful of the inherent spiciness and saltiness from the sambal. Remove the skillet from the heat and squeeze the lime juice over the asparagus. Toss to combine, ensuring the lime flavor is well distributed throughout the dish.