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Asparagus And Sesame Chicken Soup

 

Ingredients -
2 pounds Chicken Meat, white and dark
2 cups Warm Water
3 tablespoons Sesame Oil
1 teaspoon Sugar
6 Slices Ginger Root, peeled, sliced, and minced
1/2 cup Medium Dry Sherry
1/2 cup Button Mushrooms, canned
8 Fresh Asparagus Spears, rinse, trim off woody ends, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon Salt
 
Preparation:

1. Add sesame oil to heavy skillet. Heat over medium heat.

2. Braise chicken pieces, a few batches at a time. Add additional oil, if necessary. Remove browned chicken with slotted spoon and drain.

3. Add ginger slices, sherry and salt to skillet. Stir with wooden spoon, and bring to a gentle boil.

4. Stir in water and sugar.

5. Increase heat to medium-high heat. Bring to a boil.

6. Reduce heat. Simmer 30 minutes.

7. Stir in mushrooms and asparagus pieces. Simmer 15 minutes.

8. Transfer to soup tureen or serving bowl.

 


Soup Making Tips -
Asparagus Nutrition
Asparagus is low in calories and low in sodium, rich in nutrients and fiber, making it one of the best vegetables you can consume.Asparagus is one of the best vegetables for you. It delivers fiber, vitamins and minerals, and folic acid. Asparagus is low in sodium and contains zero fat.



 
 

 
   
 
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