29 Oct 2021

Fruit and Vege Report with Glenn Forsyth

From First Up, 5:23 am on 29 October 2021

Joining Nathan Rarere from the fresh produce markets is our Minister of Fruit and Veggies, Glenn Forsyth. And here's a recipe for beans and asparagus...yummy! Asian Style Stir-fried Asparagus and Green Beans Serves 2-3 as a side Super quick and easy. These asian stir-fried greens are packed with flavour and make a great, tasty side dish.. Ingredients 1 bunch of asparagus (cut into bite sized pieces) Large handful of green beans (ends removed and cut in half) 1 Tbsp coconut oil 1 Tbsp sesame seeds 1 tsp grated ginger 2 Tbsp tamari or soy 2 tsp sesame oil Method 1. Heat the coconut oil in a wok or large fry-pan over a high heat. 2. Add the asparagus and green beans, ginger and garlic and stir fry for three minutes or so until nearly cooked through. 3. Add the tamari and sesame seeds and cook for another minute or so. 4. Remove from heat and drizzle over the sesame oil.