Asparagus spears with citrus-ginger dip

8 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2poundsAsparagus
¾cupMayonnaise
¾cupSour cream
1tablespoonDistilled vinegar
1tablespoonOrange juice
1teaspoonGrated orange zest
1Garlic clove; peel & crush
1tablespoonDijon-style mustard
tablespoonFresh ginger root; grated
1teaspoonSoy sauce
½teaspoonSugar
Salt and pepper; to taste

Directions

Snap tough ends off asparagus. Peel stalks, if desired. In a large skillet, bring about 1 inch of water to a boil. Add asparagus and simmer, uncovered, until barely tender, about 4 - 5 minutes. Drain and dunk in ice water until cold; drain, cover and chill until serving.

Meanwhile, combine well remaining ingredients in medium mixing bowl.

Transfer to serving bowl, serve with asparagus spears or cover and chill until serving.

Makes 8 appetizer servings.

from Austin American Statesman, April '95 posted by teri chesser - 6-95

Submitted By TERI CHESSER On 06-03-95