Sesame Asparagus
INGREDIENTS
- 1 lb. fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut diagonally into thirds
- 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper
- 1 tbs. soy sauce, regular or low-sodium
- 1/2 tsp. sesame oil
- 2 tsp. sesame seeds, toasted*
Cook asparagus in a large pot or frying pan of boiling water till crisp-tender, about 3-5 minutes. Drain and rinse asparagus under cold water. Drain well.
Heat vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper and stir 1 minute. Add asparagus and sauté till heated through, about 2 minutes. Add soy sauce and sesame oil. Toss till asparagus and bell pepper and coated. Transfer to platter and sprinkle with sesame seeds.