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Sesame Asparagus – sesame asparagus
Stav Kogan

Sesame Asparagus

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Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bunch asparagus spears (about one pound)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil, plus 2 teaspoons for coating
  • ½ tsp dried marjoram
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded, deribbed and julienned
  • 1 small clove garlic, peeled and minced
  • ½ tsp sesame seeds, toasted

Method
 

  1. Cut the asparagus into 1-inch pieces on the diagonal, discarding the tough, woody ends.
  2. Heat 1 teaspoon of the sesame oil over medium heat in a nonstick skillet and add the marjoram.
  3. Sauté the asparagus and peppers until the asparagus is dark green and still crisp, being careful not to overcook it.
  4. Remove the skillet from the heat, and stir in the garlic and the remaining 2 teaspoons of sesame oil.
  5. Garnish the asparagus and peppers with sesame seeds and serve.

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