Gingered Asparagus

This is a nice way to prepare asparagus for a nice change of pace. From the cookbook Delicious Ways to Control Diabetes.

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb fresh asparagus
•  cooking spray
• 2  tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
• 2  teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted
• 1  teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
• 1  dash pepper
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  orange rind, grated

Directions

1. Snap off tough ends of asparagus.
2. Remove scales from stalks with a knife or vegetable peeler, if desired.
3. Cut spears into 2-inch pieces.
4. Coat a large non-stick skillet with cooking spray.
5. Place over medium-low heat until hot.
6. Add asparagus, soy sauce, sesame seeds, ginger, and pepper.
7. Saute 5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender.
8. To serve, transfer to a serving bowl, and sprinkle with orange rind.