Sesame Grilled Asparagus

Sesame Grilled Asparagus
Sesame Grilled Asparagus might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe serves 4. One portion of this dish contains approximately 4g of protein, 9g of fat, and Head to the store and pick up sesame seeds, soy sauce, garlic, and a few other things to make it today. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and vegan diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 1 hour and 38 minutes.

Instructions

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Special equipment: Wooden toothpicks or bamboo skewers
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In a shallow pan, soak skewers in cold water for 1 hour, then drain and set aside.
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Preheat grill to high. Snap off the woody bases of the asparagus and discard. Skewer 4 or 5 asparagus spears together, using the toothpicks or 2 bamboo skewers, forming a raft shape.
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In a small bowl, combine the sesame oil, soy sauce, and garlic and stir with a fork to mix.
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Brush this mixture on the asparagus rafts on both sides. Season the asparagus with a little salt and lots of pepper.
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When ready to cook, place the asparagus rafts on the hot grate and grill until nicely browned on both sides, 2 to 4 minutes.
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Sprinkle with the sesame seeds as they grill. You can serve the asparagus as rafts or unskewered.
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DifficultyExpert
Ready In1 h, 38 m.
Servings4
Health Score26
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