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Asparagus Thai-Style w/ chilies, garlic, & basil

Asparagus Thai-Style w/ chilies, garlic, & basil is built on Vegetable Oil, Garlic Minced, Soy Or Fish Sauce, Dark Soy Sauce, and Water. Scale it up or down for the number of people at the table.

Illustrative photo

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp
• 1 tbsp
• 2 tbsp
• 1 tsp
• 1 tbsp
• 1 tbsp

Method (preview)

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   Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method

2. 2

   COOK'S ILLUSTRATED 5/6 93

3. 3

   1 cup Basil -- chopped 3 large Chiles of your choice -- slice diagonal into thin ovals -- or 9 thin strips cut red pepper

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   Heat a wok or large, deep skillet over high heat.

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   Add oil and swirl to coat surface.

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   Add garlic and minced chile; toss until garlic begins to turn golden, about 15 seconds.

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   Add the asparagus; stir-fry until coated with oil, about 15 seconds.

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   Add soy sauces and 1 tablespoon water; stir-fry until basil wilts.

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   Serve hot or at room temperature. Note: Adapted froma recipe by Nancie