Stir-Fried Asparagus

5          cups asparagus

1          tablespoon water

1          teaspoon sesame oil ( or olive oil if preparing dish with eggs)

½         teaspoon sea salt

2          tablespoons water

Trim away the woody section of the asparagus. Cut each spear into 2-inch lengths diagonally. Add 1 tablespoon of water to pan and heat. Add oil. Add asparagus and stir-fry 1 minute. Add salt and 2 tablespoons water. Bring to a fast simmer. Cover and turn to medium low. Cook 2-4 minutes until crisp and bright green.

Alternative Dish with Eggs:

Once the Asparagus has been cooked you could break in 3 eggs and stir until cooked. Serve with a dash of fresh lemon juice and a pinch of salt. This is a traditional Cypriot dish served at home and in many of the traditional tavernas. They usually use the wild asparagus.