Recipe: Stir-Fried Asparagus and Pak Choi with Garlic Soy Glaze Ingredients: - 1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces - 1 lb pak choi, chopped - 3 tablespoons vegetable oil - 4 cloves garlic, minced - 3 tablespoons soy sauce - 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (optional) - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar - 1 teaspoon sesame oil - 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening) - 1 tablespoon water (if using cornstarch) - 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish) - Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: 1. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch (if using). If using cornstarch, dissolve it in the tablespoon of water. Set aside. 2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. 3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. 4. Add the asparagus and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they start to become tender. 5. Add the chopped pak choi to the skillet and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the pak choi has wilted and the asparagus is tender-crisp. 6. Pour the garlic soy glaze over the vegetables. Toss to coat everything evenly, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly (if using cornstarch). 7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 8. Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds before serving. Nutrition Value (per serving, serves 4): - Calories: 120 - Protein: 5g - Total Fat: 7g - Saturated Fat: 1g - Carbohydrates: 12g - Dietary Fiber: 3g - Sugars: 2g - Sodium: 600mg - Vitamin A: 40% DV - Vitamin C: 50% DV - Calcium: 10% DV - Iron: 15% DV Enjoy your delicious stir-fried asparagus and pak choi with a savory garlic soy glaze!