Asparagus With Sesame Seeds Recipe
Ingredients
| Asparagus | 1 1⁄2 Pound, tough stems removed, cut into 1 inch lengths | |
| Unsalted margarine | 1 1⁄2 Teaspoon | |
| Sesame seeds | 1 Tablespoon | |
| Reduced sodium soy sauce | 1 Teaspoon | |
| Oriental sesame oil/Peanut oil | 1 Teaspoon | |
| Black pepper | 1⁄8 Teaspoon |
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: Complete recipe
Calories 324 Calories from Fat 167
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 19 g29.7%
Saturated Fat 3.2 g15.8%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 182.3 mg7.6%
Total Carbohydrates 31 g10.5%
Dietary Fiber 16.3 g65.1%
Sugars 12.9 g
Protein 18 g36%
Vitamin A 108.3% Vitamin C 63.7%
Calcium 31.4% Iron 94.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Directions
Add the asparagus and cook, covered, for 3 minutes or until just tender.
Drain in a colander, rinse under cold running water to stop the cooking, and drain again.
Set aside.
In the same saucepan, melt the margarine over moderate heat; add the sesame seeds and cook, stirring, for 3 to 4 minutes or until the seeds are golden.
Return the asparagus to the pan; add the soy sauce, sesame oil, and pepper, and cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until the asparagus is heated through.
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