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Asian-Style Asparagus

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp peanut oil
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp tahini (pureed sesame seeds)
  • 1 tsp chopped fresh ginger
  • 1/2 tsp chopped garlic
  • 1 tbsp granulated no-calorie sweetener
  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper
  • 48 medium size asparagus spears, trimmed, peeled, cleaned
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Asian-Style Asparagus

by RecipeKing
Time: 10 minutes prep, 10 minutes cook
Servings: 7
 

Directions

  1. In a food processor or blender, combine everything except the asparagus and mix until thoroughly blended. Set aside.
  2. Cut the asparagus into two-inch pieces, on a diagonal.
  3. Half fill a large skillet with water, cover and bring to a boil. Add the asparagus and simmer just until crisp-tender (approx. 4-5 minutes). Drain well but do not rinse.
  4. Transfer to a serving bowl. Pour the sauce over the hot asparagus and toss to coat. Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Summary

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Asian-Style Asparagus-is a delicous, easy and quick (20) minute recipe for a spicy Chinese side. Tender, fresh asparagus spears are simmered on the stovetop in a sesame-ginger sauce for a dish that will rival the best Chinese restaurants. It is also a healthy, low calories, low fat, low cholesterol, low sodium, low sugars, low carbohydrates, heart-healthy, diabetic and Weight Watchers (2) PointsPlus recipe.

Comments

  • ShaleeDP
    ShaleeDP
    August 26, 2015
    This looks good. Thank you for sharing.