Green asparagus in toasted sesame oil

Ingredients

• 800 g green asparagus
• 2–4 tbsp roasted sesame oil
• Chili Allrounder Seasoning to taste
• Sea Salt Flakes to taste
• Optional: roasted white or black sesame seeds for sprinkling

Optional for the Asian version

• 2 cloves of garlic, crushed
• 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• Roasted white or black sesame seeds to taste

Pairs well with

• Fresh salad
• Olive oil
• Fig-Chili Vinegar Cream as a dressing

Preparation

1. Wash the green asparagus, trim off the woody ends, and lightly peel the bottom third if necessary.
2. Cut the asparagus into bite-sized pieces.
3. Heat the roasted sesame oil in a large pan or wok.
4. Add the asparagus pieces and fry over high heat, turning occasionally, for about 5–7 minutes until crisp.
5. Just before the end of the cooking time, add the Chili Allrounder Seasoning and fry briefly with it.
6. Sprinkle the roasted green asparagus with Sea Salt Flakes and, if desired, serve with roasted sesame seeds.
7. The asparagus tastes particularly delicious with a fresh salad dressed with olive oil and Fig-Chili Vinegar Cream.

Enjoy this aromatically roasted green asparagus!