Asparagus and Pea Shoot Stir Fry

A simple dish that's ready in 5 minutes, this one really lets the flavor of fresh asparagus shine. I adore pea shoots raw, but also love them stir-fried, so I think they are perfect here.

Serves 2

Ingredients:

* 2 tablespoons organic coconut oil, peanut oil, or sesame oil
* 1 tablespoon peeled and minced fresh ginger
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 bunch fresh asparagus, rinsed well, trimmed, and sliced into pieces approximately 3 inches long
* 1 tablespoon mirin
* 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
* 1 1/2 tablespoon tamari
* 2 cups fresh pea shoots
* pinch of crushed red pepper
* 1/2-1 teaspoon Sambal Oelek chili sauce- optional

Preparation:

1. Heat the oil in a wok or cast-iron skillet over high heat. Add the ginger and garlic and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, until they begin to brown.

2. Add the asparagus, mirin, rice vinegar and tamari to the pan and stir-fry another 2 minutes.

3. Add the pea shoots and cook for another minutes before removing from the heat.

4. Mix in the crushed red pepper and the optional chili sauce before serving.