Asparagus Chinese Style - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 lb. fresh asparagus spears
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 tsp. salt
3/4 c. chicken broth
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 Tbsp. cold water
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
1/4 tsp. black pepper

Preparation

Snap off the tough stems of asparagus spears.
Cut the stalks into 1/2-inch slices.
Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet, add garlic, salt, and asparagus.
Saute over moderate heat for 2 minutes.
Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
Mix cornstarch, water, and soy sauce.
Add to asparagus, stir and bring to a boil again.
Stir for 1 minute, add pepper and serve at once.
Serves 4.