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Fried Farro with Asparagus
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
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Prep Time:5 Minutes
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Cook Time:PT40M35 Minutes
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Yield:4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup (uncooked) emmer farro, rinsed
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Cooking oil (olive, avocado, canola, etc.)
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced (white and green parts), divided
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 generous cup asparagus (about 1/2 pound), sliced diagonally in 1/4-inch pieces
- Soy sauce to taste
- Toasted sesame seeds for garnish
- 236.59ml (uncooked) emmer farro, rinsed
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 12.78g sesame oil
- Cooking oil (olive, avocado, canola, etc.)
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced (white and green parts), divided
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 generous cup asparagus (about 1/2 pound), sliced diagonally in 1/4-inch pieces
- Soy sauce to taste
- Toasted sesame seeds for garnish
This fried rice variation subs out the rice for farro, adding whole grains and protein to your dish. Fresh asparagus adds a burst of flavor and a touch of Spring to each bite!
Preparation
STEP 1
Place farro in a saucepan covered with lightly salted water by a few inches. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 25-30 minutes, or until tender. Drain and cool (can be done a day ahead).
STEP 2
Combine eggs and sesame oil; set aside.
STEP 3
Lightly coat a large non-stick pan or wok with oil and heat to medium high. Add garlic and white part of green onions; stir fry about 10 seconds. Add asparagus; stir fry about 30 seconds or until bright green.
STEP 4
Add cooked farro and toss until warmed through. Push farro and asparagus aside to one half of pan. Add a little more oil to empty side of pan and add egg. Do not disturb until almost set. Stir into farro, breaking egg into pieces.
STEP 5
Toss in remaining green onion and season very lightly with soy sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve hot.
Options
This dish readily accepts variations - add whatever fresh vegetables are in season. Try kale, shredded carrots, summer squash, cabbage, fresh green peas or anything you can think of to make it your own!