nepali asparagus salad (saandheko kurelo)

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 pounds asparagus, trimmed and sliced diagonally into 1 1/2-inch pieces
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• 1 - green onion, thinly sliced (white and green parts)
• 1 - fresh green chili, chopped (mild or hot)
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander seed
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (or lime)