Chinese Hot-and-Spicy Asparagus Salad

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Chinese Hot-and-Spicy Asparagus Salad

 

1 pound asparagus

1 tablespoon minced garlic

1 tablespoon grated gingerroot

1/2 teaspoon salt or herbal salt substitute

1/2 teaspoon honey

2 tablespoons low-sodium soy or tamari sauce

1 teaspoon dark sesame oil

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1/4 teaspoon hot-pepper flakes (optional)

 

Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Trim ends of

asparagus and slice each stalk diagonally into 3-inch pieces. Steam until

tender (8 to 10 minutes). Drain.

In a large bowl combine garlic, gingerroot, salt, honey, soy sauce,

sesame oil, vinegar, cayenne, and hot-pepper flakes. Toss with asparagus.

Chill or serve warm. Serves 4.

 

 

 

 

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