Sesame Asparagus..different and Delish!

Submitted by kiwidutch

"I just love asparagus, but we were getting bored roasting them on the grill, but I just didn't want to steam them either, so I came up with this twist, one that I have used on my recipe #139885 Sesame Broccoli. COOKS NOTE: Wonderful hot or cold! Please note: this is an adopted recipe and I hope to make it soonest. If you make it before I do, I would appreciate feedback, Thanks ! ZWT REGION: France."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 2 bunches asparagus
• 3 teaspoons dark sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 4 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
• kosher salt
• fresh cracked pepper

directions

1. Prepare asparagus by snapping off tough ends and peeling if stalks are very thick.
2. Place asparagus in large sauté pan of boiling salted water and let blanch for 3-5 minutes, until tender, but not soft.
3. Drain asparagus and put back in sauté pan and toss with sesame oil and soy sauce, over medium heat for 3 minutes, or until warm.
4. salt and pepper to taste.
5. Sprinkle asparagus with toasted sesame seeds prior to serving.

Reviews

[Rita1652]

Love the sesame oil and seeds on this. I made in the microwave oven cooking for 5 minutes. I added grated fresh ginger and garlic to the soy and sesame mixture. Didn`t use salt for the soy is salt enough for us. Thanks! ;)

 

[shimmerchk]

We love asparagus and really enjoyed this dish. I used low sodium soy sauce and added a splash of rice vinegar at the end of cooking to give some brightness and a touch of sweetness to the dish. I served this with an asian marinated pork tenderloin and coconut jasmine rice. What a great meal! thanks!