In a sauté pan over high heat, cook 1 lb. thick-stemmed asparagus in 1 Tbs. water, 1 Tbs. olive oil, 1 tsp. butter, and 1 tsp. soy sauce until bright green and charred in spots, 2–3 minutes. Serves 4.

 

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