Sesame Glazed Asparagus
Transform your dinner table with this quick and flavorful Sesame Glazed Asparagus, a perfect side dish that’s both elegant and easy to prepare. Featuring tender-crisp asparagus sautéed in olive oil and coated in a glossy glaze made from soy sauce, honey, garlic, and toasted sesame oil, this dish is bursting with umami goodness. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and just a touch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat, it’s a delightful balance of savory, sweet, and nutty flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy and vibrant recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Pair it with grilled proteins or serve over steamed rice for a complete meal. This asparagus recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and trim the tough ends of the asparagus. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Mince the garlic and set it aside.
Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet and let it heat for about 1 minute.
Add the asparagus to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper and sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the asparagus is tender but still crisp.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes to make the glaze.
Reduce the heat to low and pour the glaze over the asparagus. Toss the asparagus in the glaze to coat evenly.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens slightly and clings to the asparagus.
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the sesame seeds over the asparagus.
Transfer the sesame-glazed asparagus to a serving dish and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
368 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.1 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2345 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.0 g | ||
| Protein | 14.1 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 1093 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
