Roasted shallot and sesame asparagus
1 servings
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient | |
|---|---|---|
| 2½ | pounds | Asparagus; trimmed |
| 1½ | tablespoon | Olive oil |
| 2 | tablespoons | Minced shallot |
| 2 | tablespoons | Sesame seeds; toasted lightly |
| Fresh lemon juice to taste | ||
Directions
In a large shallow baking dish toss the asparagus with the oil, coating it well, and bake it in a preheated 500F. oven, shaking the dish every 2 minutes, for 6 to 8 minutes, or until it is almost al dente. Sprinkle the asparagus with the shallot and the sesame seeds, bake it for 1 minute, or until it is al dente, and sprinkle it with the lemon juice and salt to taste.
Serves 8.
Gourmet May 1990
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