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Asparagus Cigars
 
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Prep Time: 45 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 45 Minutes
Servings: 24
From the December 2005 issue of Gourmet magazine. They state that these crisp, crunchy hors d'oeuvres are sure to turn heads at your next party.
Ingredients:
1 lb asparagus (24 medium)
12 (7 inch) flour tortillas
1 large egg, beaten
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 cups vegetable oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon sugar
1 scallion, finely chopped
Directions:
1. Trim asparagus to 6-inch lengths.
2. Beat egg with pinch of salt.
3. Halve tortillas. Brush 1 half with some of egg mixture and place 1 piece asparagus along cut side. Tightly roll up tortilla. Insert 1 pick crosswise to secure. Brush outside of roll with more of egg mixture and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Roll remainder of asparagus is same manner.
4. Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a 10-inch heavy duty skillet to 350°F.
5. Fry rolls in batches of 3, turning over once, until golden brown, about 3 minutes per batch, returning oil to 350F between batches. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
6. Stir together remaining ingredients until sugar is dissolved. Serve with rolls.
By RecipeOfHealth.com