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Asian Asparagus-and-Orange Salad

Recipe Introduction


Vanessa-posted 01-16-2001 10:21 AM





List of Ingredients



• 2 oranges
  
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  
• 6 cups (2-inch) diagonally sliced asparagus (about 2 pounds)
  
• 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
  
• 2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
  
• 1/4 teaspoon dark sesame oil
  
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
  
• Napa (Chinese) cabbage leaves (optional)
  






Instructions



1. Peel and section oranges over a bowl, reserving 1 teaspoon juice. Set sections aside; discard membranes. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and garlic; saute 5 minutes. Remove from pan. Combine soy sauce and sesame oil; pour over asparagus mixture, tossing well. Cool to room temperature. Stir in sesame seeds, orange sections, and 1 teaspoon juice. Serve on cabbage leaves, if desired.