ASPARAGUS WITH TOASTED SESAME AIOLI
Steps:
- Steam the asparagus in a covered steamer over boiling water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Or, put the asparagus in a microwave-proof dish; add about 2 tablespoons water. Cover tightly and microwave on high for about 3 minutes. Drain well. Rinse with cold water and drain again. Meanwhile, make the aioli: Stir together all the aioli ingredients in a small bowl until smooth. To serve, arrange the asparagus spears in a tall, clear glass container. Spoon the sauce into a radicchio leaf or a small dish, garnish with sesame seeds, and place nearby for dipping. Toasting gives sesame seeds a slightly crispy texture and a nutty flavor. Put the seeds in a dry skillet over medium-high heat and toss constantly until they are lightly browned, about 3 to 5 minutes. Or, toast them on a jelly-roll pan in a preheated 350°F oven for about 10 minutes. Shake the pan or stir the seeds occasionally while toasting. Immediately transfer the seeds to a bowl. It takes the same amount of time to toast 1 tablespoon or 1/2 cup, so toast extra seeds, store them in an airtight container, and refrigerate or freeze for up to 6 months.
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