Asparagus with ginger and lemon

Ingredients

• 2 pounds (960 g)asparagus

• olive oil cooking spray

• 1/2 cup (45 g) chopped scallions

• 2 tablespoons (30 g) minced fresh ginger

• 3 cloves garlic minced

• 1/2 cup (120 ml) water

• grated zest of 2 lemons

• freshly grated pepper

Directions

1. Break off the ends of the asparagus spears and discard. Peal asparagus only if the spears are thick. Cut the spears into 3 inch pieces and set aside.

2. Spray a skillet with cooking spray. Sauté the scallions for 3 minutes until wilted. Add the ginger and garlic and sauté for 2 more minutes.

3. Add the water and asparagus; bring to a boil. Boil for about 4 minutes until crisp cooked and most of the waiter has evaporated. Using a slotted spoon transfer the asparagus to a serving plate and toss with grated lemon rind and pepper.