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Asparagus with Sesame Seeds and Soy Sauce

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Asparagus with sesame seeds and soy sauce pairs very well with grilled beef, lamb or salmon. It can also be served chilled as part of a brunch menu. Asparagus is high in folic acid and fibre. Using organic ingredients enhances taste, health and the environment.

Total 00:15
Yield 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 20–32 asparagus spears, preferably thin
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) sesame seed oil
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) sesame seed (If available, use Gomasio instead, and omit the salt)
  • Kosher salt

Instructions

  1. 1
    Prepare steamer and bring water to a boil.
  2. 2
    Trim asparagus spears in half, discarding (or composting) the thicker ends.
  3. 3
    Steam the asparagus for 8–10 minutes, until tender, but still crisp.
  4. 4
    Heat a small skillet or frying pan on medium heat. Add the sesame seeds and shake or stir. They are done when they just begin to darken and give off a pleasant toasted aroma. Be careful not to leave unattended as they can easily burn.
  5. 5
    Remove asparagus from steamer, shake to drain water, and arrange on serving plate.
  6. 6
    Drizzle the soy sauce and the sesame oil over the asparagus.
  7. 7
    Sprinkle with the sesame seeds, and give a very light sprinkle with the Kosher salt.
Category
Side Dishes
Method
Steaming

Recipe Attribution

Wikibooks Cookbook
en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Cookbook:Asparagus_with_Sesame_Seeds_and_Soy_Sauce