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Lemon-Sesame Asparagus
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Shannon :)
PHOTO BY:
Chef4Six
"Toasted sesame seeds, lemon juice and parsley are added to melted butter and drizzled over crisp asparagus."
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PREP TIME
10 Min
COOK TIME
10 Min
READY IN
20 Min
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1 pound asparagus spears, ends trimmed
1/3 cup margarine or butter
3 tablespoons sesame seed
1 tablespoon lemon juice, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
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DIRECTIONS
Place the asparagus in a large pot filled with water 1 inch deep. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender, but still bright green. This will take about 5 minutes, or longer if your asparagus spears are thick. Drain and place on a serving dish.
Meanwhile, melt the margarine or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the sesame seeds, and cook, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and toasted, about 2 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice and parsley; season to taste with salt and pepper.
To serve, pour sauce over the cooked asparagus.
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Reviewed on Feb. 25, 2007 by
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cookinme
Feb. 25, 2007
I am so glad to be the first to review this great recipe. I loved the light nutty flavor the sesame seeds gave the asparagus and the fresh burst from the lemon. The flavors and textures went so well together. Thanks Shannon.....I am sure I will make this again.
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Reviewed on Mar. 26, 2007 by
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Spyce
Mar. 26, 2007
I made a lighter version of this recipe: 1. Toast sesame seeds over medium low heat in a skillet until golden brown, 3-4 minutes. No need to add butter or oil. Just stir frequently and don't leave them unattended or they will burn. Pour them onto a plate to cool and set aside. 2. In a medium skillet, simmer 1/2 cup of low sodium, fat free, chicken broth 3-4 minutes over medium high heat, it will reduce slightly. While broth simmers, measure out 3 tbsp. of butter. 3. Reduce heat to medium low and add the butter, 1 tbsp. at a time. The sauce will thicken as the butter is added. Continue to simmer an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce is thickened. Add lemon juice and parsley, 4. Pour sauce over asparagus and sprinkle with sesame seeds. I only used a tbsp. The author's posted recipe is delicious as written but I can't eat a single serving of asparagus so I needed something a little bit lighter!
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I made a lighter version of this recipe: 1. Toast sesame seeds over medium low heat in a...
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Reviewed on Aug. 21, 2007 by
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cheepchick
Aug. 21, 2007
Lemon, butter, & asparagus are a match made in heaven but add sesame seeds and you have a stellar dish. I used butter as opposed to margarine but I used a little less than called for. Personal preference. This plates up beautifully, tastes very bright and fresh, and I will definitely be making it again. Thanks so much for sharing:o)
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Lemon, butter, & asparagus are a match made in heaven but add sesame seeds and you have a...
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Reviewed on Mar. 6, 2007 by kehunter
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kehunter
Mar. 6, 2007
This recipe is delicious! I was looking for a slightly different spin on serving asparagus and found this recipe. The flavors are so fresh and blend perfectly to make a tasty and elegant side dish. My husband commented that he thought it could be served in a gourmet restaurant. Definitely a keeper!
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This recipe is delicious! I was looking for a slightly different spin on serving asparagus...
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Reviewed on Jun. 15, 2007 by
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Christine M
Jun. 15, 2007
Nice recipe! I bought some very thin asparagus, cooked it for maybe 3 to 4 minutes til just tender, drained, then quickly sauteed with toasted seeds (I agree, no need for butter if you prefer to omit it), a dash of sesame oil and garnished with a squeeze of lemon and the parsley. Quick, easy and delicious!
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Nice recipe! I bought some very thin asparagus, cooked it for maybe 3 to 4 minutes til just...
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Reviewed on Apr. 9, 2007 by
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TRIPLEJ28
Apr. 9, 2007
Wonderful! Only addition I made was a clove of finely minced garlic. Sesame seeds were a nice twist!
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Wonderful! Only addition I made was a clove of finely minced garlic. Sesame seeds were a...
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Reviewed on Aug. 19, 2008 by
Chef4Six
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Chef4Six
Aug. 19, 2008
This is a very good recipe. I peeled the bottom part of the asparagus. Then I mixed all the ingredients and poured it ontop of the asparagus and roasted it in a 400 degree oven for about 25-30 minutes. I omitted the margerine and used about 2 tbsp. of extra virgin olive oil. I also used chopped basil instead of the parsley. It was so good, even my young children enjoyed it!
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This is a very good recipe. I peeled the bottom part of the asparagus. Then I mixed all the...
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Reviewed on Jun. 11, 2008 by
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PAMINMI
Jun. 11, 2008
I'm sorry to say, I didn't actually use the sesame in this recipe as my family didn't want it. Despite this, it was delicious. The lemon and butter made it so flavorful. It was also very quick and easy.
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I'm sorry to say, I didn't actually use the sesame in this recipe as my family didn't want it....
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Reviewed on Apr. 13, 2008 by jamieschlafer
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jamieschlafer
Apr. 13, 2008
this recipe is very easy and delish! we tossed the cooked asparagus with the sesame seeds in a tupperware container to spread evenly coat the asparagus with the sesame seeds. i will make it again but may add a little seasoning to give it a little more punch!
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this recipe is very easy and delish! we tossed the cooked asparagus with the sesame seeds in...
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Reviewed on Nov. 21, 2007 by
Shannon