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Sesame Asparagus

By Marian Burros

Total Time
15 minutes
Rating
4(23)
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Ingredients

Yield:4 to 6 servings
  • 3pounds asparagus, peeled if desired
  • 1½tablespoons Asian sesame oil
  • 1½tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 1½teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
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Nutritional analysis per serving (6 servings)

89 calories; 5 grams fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 2 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 9 grams carbohydrates; 5 grams dietary fiber; 4 grams sugars; 5 grams protein; 45 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Steam asparagus until tender, about 7 minutes. Drain and set aside.

  2. Step 2

    To serve, heat oil until it is warm, and add sesame seeds and asparagus, stirring to coat, and warm asparagus slightly. Stir in soy sauce, and serve.

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MVG

Good, easy, nice accompaniment to Asian meal. Copy in Epicurious Notebook under Side Dish, Asparagus.

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