Grilled Asparagus with Peanut Sauce

By Tamipri

Ingredients

• 1 Tb. smooth peanut butter
• 1 Tb. Asian sesame oil
• 1 Tb. water
• 1 1/2 tsp. soy sauce
• 1 1/2 tsp. rice vinegar
• 1 medium garlic clove, minced
• 1 1/2 tsp. minced fresh ginger
• table salt and ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 lbs. asparagus, tough ends snapped off
• 1 Tb. minced fresh cilantro leaves

Preparation

Step 1

Whisk peanut butter, oil, water, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, ginger, and salt and pepper to taste together in small bowl.

Meanwhile, toss asparagus with half of peanut sauce in a medium bowl, or on rimmed baking sheet. Grill asparagus, turning once, until tender and streaked with grill marks, 5-7 minutes. Whisk cilantro into remaining dressing; set aside. Toss grilled asparagus with remaining dressing. Transfer to platter, adjust seasonings, and serve hot, warm or at room temperature.