10 Minute Sautéed Asparagus
- 1 pound asparagus spears, washed and cut into thirds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 small garlic cloves
- ¼ cup water
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- pinch of coarse salt
- squeeze of lemon juice (about a ¼ of a lemon)
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat
- Press the garlic cloves into the warming garlic and let cook for 30 seconds
- Add in the asparagus and toss to coat with the olive oil and garlic
- Cook on medium-high for 3 minutes
- Pour in the ¼ cup of water and immediately cover the skillet with a secure fitting lid
- Reduce heat to medium-low and let the asparagus cook for 5 minutes
- Remove the lid and add the sesame seeds, red pepper, and a hefty pinch of coarse salt
- Toss to coat then squeeze on the lemon
- Serve immediately
Recipe by Her Modern Kitchen at https://www.hermodernkitchen.com/10-minute-sauteed-asparagus/
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