Asparagus With Toasted Sesame Aioli Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

16 medium- thick asparagus spears (about 12 oz, trimmed to even lengths)
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp dark sesame oil (asian )
2 tsp soy sauce
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
1/2 tsp minced fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
1 leaf radicchio (optional)
toasted sesame seeds, for garnish

Directions:

Steam the asparagus in a covered steamer over boiling water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.
Or, put the asparagus in a microwave-proof dish; add about 2 tablespoons water.
Cover tightly and microwave on high for about 3 minutes, or until crisp-tender.
Drain well.
Rinse with cold water and drain again.
Meanwhile, make the aioli:.
Stir together all the aioli ingredients in a small bowl until smooth.
To serve, arrange the asparagus spears in a tall, clear glass container. Spoon the sauce into a radicchio leaf or small dish, garnish with sesame seeds, and place nearby for dipping.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	151.67 Kcal (635 kJ)
Calories from fat	128.83 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	14.31g	22%
Cholesterol	5.78mg	2%
Sodium	257.35mg	11%
Potassium	199.47mg	4%
Total Carbs	4.59g	2%
Sugars	2.14g	9%
Dietary Fiber	1.94g	8%
Protein	2.45g	5%
Vitamin C	6.5mg	11%
Iron	2mg	11%
Calcium	36.2mg	4%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	135.45 Kcal (567 kJ)
Calories from fat	115.05 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	12.78g	22%
Cholesterol	5.16mg	2%
Sodium	229.84mg	11%
Potassium	178.14mg	4%
Total Carbs	4.1g	2%
Sugars	1.92g	9%
Dietary Fiber	1.74g	8%
Protein	2.19g	5%
Vitamin C	5.8mg	11%
Iron	1.8mg	11%
Calcium	32.4mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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