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Asparagus Chicken Stir-Fry

Because asparagus and chicken both have quite delicate flavours, neither crowds the other out in this light meal.

• A little sesame oil
• 2 shallots, peeled and finely diced
• 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed
• 1/2 tsp Chinese five spice powder
• 2 large chicken breasts, skinned and sliced
• 12 thin asparagus spears, trimmed and sliced
• 2 tbsp water
• 2 tsp tamari or soy sauce
• 2 tsp sesame seeds

Heat a wok and add a little sesame oil, then add the shallots and garlic with the five spice powder and sauté until softened. Add the chicken slices and toss over the heat for a few minutes until the chicken is nearly cooked through.

Add the asparagus, water and tamari, toss well, then cover and cook for a couple of minutes until the asparagus and chicken are cooked.

Serve the stir-fry sprinkled with sesame seeds, on a bed of rice noodles.

Serves 4.

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