Golden-brown Asparagus skewers lay perfect on a clean-white oblong porcelain platter, delicate sesame seeds scattered atop, providing a delightful contrast. A small bowl holding extra glaze sits on the corner, shimmering in the soft light. The vibrancy of green asparagus, the caramel tones of the glaze, and the rustic texture of sesame seeds make this dish a vibrant, color-filled visual feast.

Sweet Soy-Glazed Asparagus Skewers

Name: Sweet Soy-Glazed Asparagus Skewers
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: asparagus spears, 10 spears washed and trimmed; small thumb-sized piece of ginger, 1 piece grated; soy sauce, 4 tablespoons; brown sugar, 2 tablespoons; rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons; cornstarch, 1 teaspoon dissolved in a tablespoon of water; sesame seeds, a pinch for garnish; vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon; salt, to taste

Category Appetizer

Prep 10 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style Chinese

Technique Grilling

Diet Friendly Vegan

Daily Recipe: April 28, 2025

Inspired by the flavors of the Chinese cuisine, this appetizer showcases Asparagus in a unique and delightful way. The star ingredient, fresh, seasonal asparagus is crisp, tender, and full of spring-time vibrancy. Infused with a sweet, sticky soy glaze, these Asparagus skewers are far from the cliché and predictable.

Ingredients (for 2)

Asparagus spears - 10 spears - washed and trimmed
Small thumb-sized piece of ginger - 1 piece - grated
Soy sauce - 4 tablespoons
Brown sugar - 2 tablespoons
Rice vinegar - 2 tablespoons
Cornstarch - 1 teaspoon - dissolved in a tablespoon of water
Sesame seeds - a pinch - for garnish
Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
Salt - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍶🔥🥄

Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and rice vinegar in a small saucepan. Stir over medium heat until the sugar completely dissolves.
Step 2 - 🌽💦🍯

Add in the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan, stir continuously until the sauce thickens into glaze. Set it aside.
Step 3 - 🥦🔥🍳

Heat oil in a grill pan over medium heat. Add asparagus and turn occasionally for about 10 minutes until they are tender and lightly charred.
Step 4 - 🍯🥦🔄

Pour the glaze over the asparagus and toss them until they are fully coated.
Step 5 - 🍢🧂🍽️

Transfer the asparagus to skewers, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and serve with extra glaze on the side.

Additional

To make this recipe even more interesting, you can add some heat with a dash of sriracha to the glaze. If you wish to engage kids in the kitchen, they can help in washing and trimming the asparagus and assembling the skewers.