Mushroom and Asparagus Stir Fry
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Mushroom and Asparagus Stir Fry

timer 10 MIN
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person 4 servings
Recipe
Mushroom and Asparagus Stir Fry

About This Recipe

This Savory Mushroom & Asparagus Stir-Fry is a deliciously aromatic dish that combines tender mushrooms with crisp asparagus in a rich, umami-packed sauce. The mushrooms are first steamed to perfection in a fragrant blend of ginger, scallions, oyster sauce, and soy sauces, absorbing deep, savory flavors. Meanwhile, the asparagus is blanched to retain its vibrant green color and slight crunch, then lightly stir-fried with scallions and ginger for extra freshness. The final touch is a glossy, velvety sauce made from the mushroom-steaming liquid, thickened with cornstarch for a luxurious finish. Perfect as a side or main dish, this recipe highlights the natural sweetness of asparagus and the earthy depth of mushrooms, balanced by a hint of sugar and savory oyster sauce. Quick, flavorful, and packed with texture, this stir-fry is a must-try for any home cook looking for a restaurant-quality dish!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 10m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • mushrooms 200g
  • asparagus 300g
The aromatics
  • ginger 10g (minced)
  • scallions 2 stalks (chopped)
The sauce & seasonings
  • oyster sauce 2 tbsp
  • cooking wine 1 tbsp
  • light soy sauce 1 tbsp
  • dark soy sauce 0.5 tbsp
  • cornstarch 1 tsp
  • sugar 1 tsp
  • oil 2 tbsp (total)

menu_book Directions

1
Step 1
Heat a small amount of oil in a pan over low heat, add minced ginger and scallions and stir-fry until fragrant. Then, add 2 tablespoons of oyster sauce and stir-fry until small bubbles appear. Next, add a small amount of cooking wine and stir-fry until the water vapor is emitted. After that, add 1 tablespoon of light soy sauce and 0.5 tablespoon of dark soy sauce, then add 1 tablespoon of hot water and the water used to soak the mushrooms. Add 2 slices of ginger and 3 scallions, and then add 1 teaspoon of sugar. Stir-fry until the fragrance is emitted and then pour it into a bowl with the mushrooms and steam for 30 minutes.
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Step 2
Boil water in a pot, add a small amount of oil and salt, and blanch the asparagus until it turns green and the base is slightly transparent. Remove and drain the water. Heat a small amount of oil in the pot, add a small amount of minced scallions and ginger, and stir-fry until fragrant. Add the asparagus and stir-fry briefly, then sprinkle with a small amount of salt and serve.
3
Step 3
Mix cornstarch with a small amount of water to a consistency similar to milk and set aside. Add scallions and ginger to the steamed mushrooms and pour them into a wok. Bring to a boil over high heat, thicken with the cornstarch mixture, and stir-fry until the sauce is thickened. Add a small amount of oil and serve over the asparagus.

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