"For this vegetarian Vietnamese stir-fry, featuring asparagus , cauliflower and bell pepper, Marcia Kiesel substitutes soy sauce for the more traditional fish sauce. Lemongrass, basil and coconut milk make the dish fragrant and slightly sweet...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 large stalks of fresh lemongrass, tender inner white bulb only thinly sliced
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3 tablespoon(s) vegetable oil
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3 large shallots, thinly sliced
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1 pound(s) cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets 4 cups
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12 asparagus spears, cut into 1-inch lengths
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1/2 cup(s) shredded carrots, about 2 medium
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1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
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3/4 cup(s) water
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1/2 cup(s) unsweetened coconut milk
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3 tablespoon(s) soy sauce
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Freshly ground pepper
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1/2 cup(s) chopped basil
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1 cup(s) mung bean sprouts
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Rice, for serving