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Asparagus with Sesame and Peanut Sauce

I just wanted to share this easy and delicious way of cooking asparagus. We had it tonight with roast chicken and mashed potato. Asparagus is a nutritional powerhouse being a good source of Iron, Magnesium and Zinc, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Protein, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), Vitamin K, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Folate, Phosphorus, Potassium, Copper, Manganese and Selenium.

Ingredients:
  • one bunch of asparagus
  • 1/2 a chopped tomato or 4 small cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoon of Thai Peanut Sauce
  • olive oil
  • teaspoon of sesame seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ginger/garlic paste
Method:

  1. heat the oil then add the ginger/garlic paste
  2. add the tomato and sesame seeds saute for a minute
  3. then add the asparagus and peanut sauce saute for 5 minutes.

What's your favorite way of cooking asparagus?

oh and the lovely Chaya of Sweet Savory Says it all gave me this award, she is a wonderful person full of wisdom and warmth and is great cook thanks so much.

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  1. Chats the Comfy CookDecember 29, 2009 at 11:58 PM

    I like the sauce more than the asparagus. I could use this on another vegetable.

    Would you come back to my blog. There is something there for you.

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  2. Theresa111December 30, 2009 at 12:20 AM

    This looks really delish! I don't have any Thai peanut sauce but I am putting it on my grocery list. I got a spice rack for Christmas and I have sesame seeds. Cool! Happy New Year Rebecca and family!

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  3. MimiDecember 30, 2009 at 1:44 AM

    I love both asparagus and peanuts, but never had them together. looks very tasty.
    Happy New Year
    Mimi

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  4. SarahDecember 30, 2009 at 2:24 AM

    Delicious! I saw this on your twitter and was hoping you would post it!
    I love asparagus with olive oil and sea salt on the grill.

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  5. Carrie @ Cottage CozyDecember 30, 2009 at 2:31 AM

    Looks both healthy and delicious...

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  6. ♥peachkins♥December 30, 2009 at 3:25 AM

    I bet the peanut sauce made this dish tastier...

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  7. Angie's RecipesDecember 30, 2009 at 4:21 AM

    Green asparagus in peanut sauce sounds just scrumptious.

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  8. sangeetaDecember 30, 2009 at 6:50 AM

    lovely sauce...it can transform any boring veggie into a delicacy !!

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  9. Gina; The Candid RDDecember 30, 2009 at 8:37 AM

    mm, this looks great. I love asparagus. I really just steam it and eat it that way most of the time. I also like it with a bit of lemon and sliced almonds!

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  10. JoanneDecember 30, 2009 at 9:04 AM

    I adore peanut sauce. I wouldn't have thought to combine it with tomatoes and asparagus though. Definitely need to give it a shot!

    My favorite way to eat asparagus is simple - roasted with salt, a touch of olive oil and a touch of balsamic vinegar. So good. Kind of like candy.

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  11. chow and chatterDecember 30, 2009 at 9:14 AM

    Sweet Savory: thanks so much I have added it, oh I bet it would be great with any veggie
    Theresa: oh great christmas gift love spices thanks so much the same to you love Rebecca
    Mimi: oh you will love it
    Sarah: oh wow its great grilled, Happy New year
    carrie: yep smiles
    peachkins: love peanut sauce lol
    Angie: thanks
    Sophie: thanks so much
    Sangeeta: thanks smiles
    Gina: oh bet its great with almonds
    Joanne: oh that sounds great as well

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  12. George GastonDecember 30, 2009 at 9:47 AM

    Rebecca, asparagus are my favorite "go-to" vegetable and I am always looking for new ways to prepare them. This recipe is awesome and I love the flavor combinations. Many thanks...

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  13. Lea AnnDecember 30, 2009 at 9:50 AM

    I love asparagus and love peanut sauce. What a great combo. Thanks for the recipe.

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  14. EmilyDecember 30, 2009 at 10:13 AM

    congrats on your award!
    the asparagus look delish. i love the idea of a peanut sauce.

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  15. DiDecember 30, 2009 at 10:36 AM

    Yum! What a delicious way to spice up asparagus.

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  16. Christo GonzalesDecember 30, 2009 at 10:44 AM

    who can say no to a nutritional powerhouse - certainly not me - a lot of twists and turns in this not so conventional dish.

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  17. motherrimmyDecember 30, 2009 at 11:07 AM

    Sounds delicious! I could make a meal of the asparagus all by itself, I'm such a big veggie fan. My favorite way to cook asparagus is to roast it in the oven with a little olive oil, salt and pepper, and fresh herbs. Yum!

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  18. ClaudiaDecember 30, 2009 at 11:12 AM

    Peanut sauce just goes so well with all - delicious!

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  19. The imPerfect HousewifeDecember 30, 2009 at 11:17 AM

    Hey, we just had asparagus last night too!! It was just steamed though, nothing fancy. My mom found a great recipe in a magazine with asparagus wrapped in phyllo dough with I think parmesan cheese or something. She makes those for get-togethers and they disappear so fast. Not real healthy, but for a snackie type thing, it'll do. Have a happy new year ~ ♥

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  20. chow and chatterDecember 30, 2009 at 11:52 AM

    thanks so much George
    Lea Ann: my pleasure
    Emily: thanks
    Didan: you will love it
    doggybloggy: love the unconventional and creative lol
    mother rimmy sounds great and you have good taste
    Claudia: thanks
    the imperfect housewife; oh your mums way sounds great for parties

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  21. Naomi(Onefitfoodie)December 30, 2009 at 12:57 PM

    Looks SO good! I love asparagaus :)

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  22. Unplanned CookingDecember 30, 2009 at 1:54 PM

    I love peanut sauce. I've never tried it on asparagus.

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  23. JaniceDecember 30, 2009 at 3:29 PM

    Asparagus is so expensive here when it is not in season. Love the idea of peanut sauce though,not sure that it would work with sprouts though lol!

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  24. AnonymousDecember 30, 2009 at 3:39 PM

    Ooo, that recipe does look easy! Does the asparagus stay aldente?

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  25. AnonymousDecember 30, 2009 at 3:45 PM

    This asparagus looks just delicious. I love asparagus and usually toss it in some olive oil, salt and pepper and then roast it. This looks like a great, flavorful alternative.

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  26. chow and chatterDecember 30, 2009 at 6:50 PM

    Naomi: thanks
    unplanned cooking its nice give it a shot
    Janice: what about green beans?
    prevention RD: yep just cook it for a short time lol
    cookbookapprentice: thanks so much

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  27. RenataDecember 30, 2009 at 7:23 PM

    Hey Rebecca, I'm just coming over to with you a great new year!!!!!

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  28. NamithaDecember 30, 2009 at 7:43 PM

    That sauce sounds delicious..Like asparagus, though I haven't experimented much on this veggie..:-)

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  29. lobstersandwichDecember 30, 2009 at 9:20 PM

    Can't wait to try this sauce. Yummmmm. My fav way of making asparagus..? Hand toss it with a tad of olive oil. Spread on a baking sheet and roast at 450F. Try 4 minutes and check it for desired doneness. Then have Rebecca's sauce in a little individual bowl for dipping. This also makes a great crowd pleaser appie if served on a platter with the sauce on the side.

    xxo
    SAUCY

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  30. chow and chatterDecember 30, 2009 at 9:25 PM

    thanks so much Renata
    Gulmohar: thanks its so good
    Saucey: oh that sound like an awesome dip LOL

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  31. Roz | La Bella Vita CucinaDecember 30, 2009 at 9:41 PM

    Oh Rebecca, I am so in the mood for a dish like this! I love Thai food and may have already told you so. I hope that your Christmas was beautiful and that you have a wonderful 2010! We drove through the NC mountains on the detour around the mountain landslide; it was quite lovely! Hugs, Roz

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  32. Mom on the RunDecember 30, 2009 at 11:25 PM

    I love asparagus simply roasted with evoo, salt, and pepper. Your recipe does sound amazing though! I love thai flavors :)

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  33. chow and chatterDecember 30, 2009 at 11:30 PM

    thanks so much sweet Bella love ya
    mom on the run thanks

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  34. Deb in HawaiiDecember 31, 2009 at 2:41 AM

    What a great idea to pair the asparagus with the peanut sauce--yum!

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  35. Chef EDecember 31, 2009 at 7:44 AM

    As a young girl I secretly would eat them raw from the fridge, or a whole can (I know blah now) and loved them when most kids turned noses up at greens...love this idea since hubby loves PB!

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  36. MelanieDecember 31, 2009 at 12:05 PM

    Looks delicious! I'm anxiously awaiting the arrival of asparagus in the spring!

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  37. chow and chatterDecember 31, 2009 at 3:10 PM

    Deb: thanks
    Chef E you make me smile
    Melanie: oh i hear you I got a shock at the price when I checked out!

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  38. Fresh Local and BestJanuary 1, 2010 at 1:50 AM

    This sounds delicious!
    Wishes for happiness and blessings in the coming year.

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  39. My Little SpaceJanuary 5, 2010 at 6:24 AM

    I don't cook asparagus very often. My favourite dish should be stir fried asparagus with scallops. Yummm...

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