Spicy Fried Asparagus Stalks - cooking recipe

Ingredients

20 asparagus spears, stems only, trimmed to 3 inches long
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon chili flakes, or
1 small red chile, chopped
1/4 cup water
3 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Preparation

Cut the asparagus stems in half lengthwise.
In a wok, heat the oil until very hot.
Put in the stems and chilli flakes or chilli and fry for 30 seconds.
Add the water and sugar and cook on a high heat for about 4 minutes or until the stems are nearly tender.
This may take longer if your stems are especially thick.
Add the soy sauce and cook a minute longer.
Serve immediately.