Beef-and-Asparagus Negimaki

By tmwescott

Ingredients

• 1 lb. beef tenderloin
• 1 bunch thin asparagus
• 1 bunch thin scallions, ends trimmed
• 1 tbsp. plus 2 tsp. sesame oil
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 3 tbsp. sugar
• 1 tbsp. oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp. chopped garlic

Preparation

Step 1

Cut tenderloin crosswise on diagonal to make long, 1/2-inch-thick slices; pound thin.
Roll up 1 asparagus spear and 1 scallion in each beef strip.
In large skillet, heat 2 tsp. sesame oil over high heat.
Sear rolls on all sides, about 1 minute; transfer to plate.
Add remaining ingredients to pan, whisking until thick, about 2 minutes.
Slice rolls into 1-inch pieces.
Serve with sauce.