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Asparagus-Lover's Stir-Fry

Asparagus-Lover's Stir-Fry
I find it a challenge to prepare vegetables so that they appeal to everyone...especially children. After tasting this special stir-fry, folks lean to love asparagus in no time.
6-8 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 25 min.

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 1 cup sliced celery
  • 4 cups fresh asparagus pieces
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onions
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch strips
  • 2 teaspoons grated orange peel
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 4 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons thawed orange juice concentrate
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds
  • Hot cooked rice

Directions

  • In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons oil. Stir-fry celery
  • over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add asparagus and onions;
  • stir-fry for 3-5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender.
  • Transfer to a bowl; set aside. Add remaining oil to the skillet.
  • Stir-fry chicken, orange peel and garlic for 3-4 minutes or until
  • chicken juices run clear.
  • Combine the cornstarch, water, orange juice, orange juice concentrate
  • and soy sauce until smooth; stir into skillet along with reserved
  • vegetables. Cook and stir for 3 minutes or until sauce is thickened
  • and vegetables are heated through. Stir in almonds. Serve over rice.
© Taste of Home 2013

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Asparagus-Lover's Stir-Fry (continued)

Directions (continued)

  • Yield: 6-8 servings.
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 cup) equals 205 calories, 12 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 37 mg cholesterol, 48 mg sodium, 10 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 17 g protein.
Wine: Full-Bodied White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a full-bodied white wine such as Chardonnay or Viognier.
© Taste of Home 2013