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Asparagus with Wasabi-Mayonnaise Dip

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Asparagus with Wasabi-Mayonnaise DipRomulo Yanes

You can substitute wasabi powder for the wasabi paste in this recipe, but we find that the paste imparts a fresher flavor. Force the wasabi powder through a very fine sieve before using.

Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 25 min

Cooks' note:

• Asparagus and dip may be prepared 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

3

lb thin to medium asparagus, trimmed

1

cup mayonnaise

4

teaspoons soy sauce

1

1/2 teaspoons sugar

2

teaspoons fresh lemon juice

2

teaspoons wasabi paste

Need to make a substitution?

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Blanch asparagus in 2 batches in a large saucepan of boiling salted water 1 minute. Transfer to a colander and rinse under cold running water to stop cooking. Drain well and pat dry.

    Step 2

    Whisk together mayonnaise, soy sauce, sugar, lemon juice, and wasabi paste until sugar is dissolved.

  2. Step 3

    Serve asparagus with dip.