Steamed Asparagus with Rustic Fig Sauce

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Steamed Asparagus with Rustic Fig Sauce

Source: readysteadycook.ten.com.au, Recipe by: Jacqui Gowan

 

 

30 g (1 oz) vegan margarine

3 figs, roughly chopped

4 tsp white balsamic vinegar

4 tsp brown sugar

1 bunch asparagus

salt and pepper, to taste

 

 

1. Melt margarine in a saucepan over medium heat, add figs and cook

for 2 to 3 minutes or until figs soften a little.

 

2. Add balsamic vinegar and brown sugar, reduce heat, and cook for 6

to 8 minutes or until sauce has thickened.

 

3. Microwave, blanch or steam asparagus until tender. Drain and pat dry.

 

4. Place asparagus on a plate, spoon over the fig sauce, season with

salt and pepper. Serve.