Spicy Asian Marinated Asparagus

Spicy Asian Marinated Asparagus

This dish will really make your taste buds sing! The marinade combo of sweet, salty and spicy is the perfect complement to the asparagus.

3 lbs asparagus spears, medium (about 48-60 spears)

1/4 cup Bragg's Liquid Aminos

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar (I prefer Bragg's)

 2 tbs black sesame seeds

1/4 cup flax oil

1/4 cup olive oil

1/2 cup orange juice, fresh squeezed

3 tbs ginger, finely grated

1 tbs garlic, minced

1/2 tbs red pepper powder

2 tbs agave nectar

1/4 tsp chili powder

1 pinch cayenne pepper

2 Tbs orange zest


Procedure

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1 Wash and dry your asparagus. Either cut asparagus in half lengthwise or leave whole, you choose!

2 To make the marinade, place all ingredients (except the sesame seeds and orange zest) in blender and blend.

3 Place asparagus in glass 9 X 13 baking dish.

4 Pour marinade over asparagus.

5 Cover baking dish and place in dehydrator on 105 degrees for approximately 6 hours.

6 The asparagus should be 'al dente' - not too crisp and not too soggy.

7 When the desired texture is achieved, remove asparagus from the baking dish.

8 Serve with a small amount of marinade poured over the top of asparagus.

9 Sprinkle with black sesame seeds and orange zest. For a big impact serve on a white dish!

10 Serve warm or chilled - either will be a perfect choice.

11 Keep any leftovers in a sealed glass jar in refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Servings: 6