Hot Or Cold Sesame Asparagus

1. 1

   Cook asparagus in a pot of boiling salted water until almost crisp tender.

2. 2

   If serving chilled, cook until crisp tender.

3. 3

   Drain.

4. 4

   Place in a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.

5. 5

   Drain, pat dry, cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

6. 6

   Combine sesame oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

7. 7

   Add asparagus.

8. 8

   Saute about 2 minutes until crisp tender.

9. 9

   Mix lemon juice with soy sauce.

10. 10

    If serving cold, mix 2 T olive oil, sesame oil, lemon juice and soy sauce.

11. 11

    Do not cook further.

12. 12

    Toss with asparagus to coat.

13. 13

    Transfer to a serving plate and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.