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Sautéed Asparagus - 5

10 Minute Sautéed Asparagus

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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound asparagus spears washed and cut into thirds
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 small garlic cloves
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • pinch of coarse salt
  • squeeze of lemon juice about a 1/4 of a lemon

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat
  2. Press the garlic cloves into the warming garlic and let cook for 30 seconds
  3. Add in the asparagus and toss to coat with the olive oil and garlic
  4. Cook on medium-high for 3 minutes
  5. Pour in the 1/4 cup of water and immediately cover the skillet with a secure fitting lid
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low and let the asparagus cook for 5 minutes
  7. Remove the lid and add the sesame seeds, red pepper, and a hefty pinch of coarse salt
  8. Toss to coat then squeeze on the lemon
  9. Serve immediately