Oriental-Style Roasted Asparagus

To trim the tough ends off asparagus, hold one spear by the blunt end and bend the tough part back until it snaps. Trimming asparagus is a great job for kids.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb asparagus, ends trimmed
• 1  tablespoon soy sauce
• 1  tablespoon  sesame oil
• 1  tablespoon  freshly grated ginger or 1  tablespoon  finely chopped ginger

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F Place the asparagus in a shallow baking dish. Mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, and ginger together in a small bowl, and pour evenly over the asparagus. Toss the asparagus with your hands to mix thoroughly. Roast the asparagus for about 10 to 15 minutes, until bright green and just tender. Serve hot.
2. Makes 4 servings.
3. VARIATIONS:
4. This dish can be assembled and refrigerated up to 6 hours before cooking, and roast just before serving.