Savory Asparagus Beef Stir-Fry

• 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot, divided
• Dash pepper
• 1 beef flank steak (1 pound), thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 cup beef broth
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
• 1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 4 cups hot cooked rice

1. In a shallow glass container, combine 2 teaspoons of oil, sugar, salt, half of the ginger and pepper. Add beef and turn to coat. Let stand for 15 minutes. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, broth, soy sauce, vinegar and remaining ginger until blended; set aside.
2. In a large skillet or wok, brown beef in 2 teaspoons oil. Remove and keep warm. Add remaining oil; stir-fry asparagus for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add water chestnuts and onions; stir-fry for 1 minute. Stir cornstarch mixture; add to the skillet. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Return beef to the pan; heat through. Serve over rice.

olive oil, sugar, salt, fresh gingerroot, pepper, cornstarch, beef broth, soy sauce, cider vinegar, fresh asparagus, water chestnuts, green onions, rice

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/savory-asparagus-beef-stir-fry/ (may not work)