Japanese Style Asparagus with Miso-Ginger Dressing
Flavourful Japanese Style Asparagus recipe made with steamed green asparagus, topped with an umami rich miso-ginger dressing. Wonderfully simple side dish.
Course
Side Dish
Category
Asian, Japanese
Prep Time15minutes
Cook Time5minutes
Total Time20minutes
Servings4
Calories199kcal
AutorElle
Ingredients
For the miso dressing:
4tablespoonextra-virgin olive oil(mild-tasting)
1tablespoontoasted sesame oil
2tablespoonswhite miso paste(Shiro)
2tablespoonsunseasoned rice vinegar(Japanese)
1tablespoonpeeled and grated fresh ginger
1small garlic clove,minced
Finely grated zest of 1/2 lime,from an organic lime
2teaspoonsfreshly squeezed lime juice
1teaspoonhoney(maple syrup as vegan alternative)
For the asparagus:
1bunch green asparagus (500-600g), trimmed
To garnish (optional):
white and black sesame seeds
fresh cilantro leaves
Method
In a small bowl, mix together the dressing ingredients (both oils, miso paste, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, lime zest and juice, and sweetener) until well combined.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add asparagus. Add enough water to just cover the bottom of the pan. Cover and let steam for 3 to 4 minutes, or until asparagus is just tender (can easily be pierced with a knife) but still crisp and bright green.
Drain the water and arrange the asparagus on a platter. Drizzle the dressing over top and scatter with sesame seeds and top with cilantro leaves (if using). Serve and enjoy!
Notes
This asparagus recipe can be served warm or at room temperature. If you are not serving right away, then after steaming the asparagus, run under cold water or submerge in ice water to stop the cooking process.
You can also serve this miso dressing with grilled green asparagus. It’s just as quick and easy as steamed asparagus. Simply heat a griddle pan until smoking hot. Then brush the asparagus with olive oil and grill for 1-2 minutes until charred but still firm. Voila!