Chinese Hot-and-Spicy Asparagus Salad

Serving size: 4

ingredients

1 lbs asparagus
1 tbsp minced garlic
1 tbsp grated gingerroot
1/2 tsp salt or herbal salt substitute
1/2 tsp honey
2 tbsp low-sodium soy or tamari sauce
1 tsp dark sesame oil
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp hot-pepper flakes (optional)

directions

1. 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.

2. 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.

NOTES : This spicy salad has a cooling effect when served in summer and works well with any Chinese menu. Adjust the spiciness to your taste by increasing or decreasing the cayenne pepper, garlic, and gingerroot. Serve it warm or chilled.

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Recipe By: the California Culinary Academy Rating:

Source: Estelle