This dish can be served warm or cold, depending on your family's preference.

Ingredients

• 1 lb. asparagus
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• SAUCE
• 2 tsp. orange juice

• 1 tsp. orange rind, finely grated
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tsp. sesame oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Set a wide saucepan over medium-high heat. Fill about three quarters with water, add the salt, and bring to a boil. Plunge the spears into the boiling water, return to a boil, and cook until the spears are just tender when pierced with a fork, about 2 to 6 minutes, depending on their thickness. Do not overcook. Rinse under cold running water to stop the cooking, then drain on a clean kitchen towel.

2. To prepare the sauce, whisk together the orange juice, orange rind, olive oil, sesame oil, salt and pepper until blended. Arrange asparagus on a serving platter with dipping sauce on the side. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Makes 4 servings.

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