Asparagus brushed with sesame oil is grilled and then tossed with a sweet-spicy sauce and topped with toasted sesame seeds for a delicious summer side dish.
Course
Side Dish
Cuisine
Asian-Inspired
Prep Time10minutes
Cook Time10minutes
Total Time20minutes
AuthorLiz
Ingredients
1lb.asparagus spears
2 1/4tsp.toasted sesame oildivided
1tsp.light brown sugar
1Tbs.apple cider vinegar
1/2tsp.chili garlic sauce
1/2tsp.ground ginger
2Tbs.toasted sesame seeds.
Instructions
Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
Rinse asparagus and pat dry. Snap off stems. The bottom should snap off naturally.
Brush asparagus with 2 Tbs. sesame oil. Grill - either directly on the grill or in a grill basket - until tender, about 2 minutes per side.
While asparagus is grilling, whisk together remaining sesame oil, brown sugar, vinegar, chili garlic sauce, and ginger.
When asparagus is done, toss with above sauce and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.