Asparagus with Sesame Ginger sauce

Contributed By: burginfamily
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Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Ingredients: Vegetables
Actual Cooking Time: Less than 15 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Origin: Asian
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Meal Type: Entree

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Ingredients

1 tbsp Soy sauce
1 tbsp Rice vinegar
1 tbsp Peanut oil
1 tbsp Water
1 tbsp Tahini (pureed sesame seeds)
1/2 tsp Chopped garlic
1 tbsp Splenda granular
Pinch red pepper flakes
48 Medium sized asparagus spears trimmed, peeled, and cleaned

Preparation

1. In a food processor, combine everything except asparagus and mix until thoroughly blended. Set aside.

2. Cut the asparagus into 2 inch pieces on the diagonal.

3. Half fill large skillet with water. Cover and bring to a boil. Add the asparagus and simmer until crisp-tender, approx 4-5 minutes. Drain well, but do not rinse.

4. Transfer to serving bowl, pour the sauce over the hot asparagus and toss to coat. Serve warm or at room temperature.