ASIAN GLAZED ASPARAGUS

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Provided by Nancy Allen

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 Tbsp cornstarch
3/4 c chicken broth
3 Tbsp soy sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
2 lb fresh asparagus
2 Tbsp olive oil
1/8 tsp freshly ground cracked pepper
1 Tbsp sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

1. Toast your sesame seeds in a thin layer in a shallow pan. Bake at 350F, for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring twice. Set aside until needed.
2. Combine first 4 ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and set aside.
3. Snap off tough ends of asparagus. Cook asparagus in hot olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring often, 6 minutes or until crisp-tender, Add the chicken broth mixture to asparagus, cook stirring constantly, 1 minute or until thoroughly heated. Stir in pepper. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately. 4-6 servings