Recipe

Sesame, asparagus and tofu salad

Apr 29, 2014 2:00pm
  • 10 mins preparation
  • 8 mins cooking
  • Serves 4
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Ingredients

Sesame, asparagus and tofu salad
  • 2 teaspoon mirin
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) alfa one rice bran oil
  • 1 long red chilli, seeded and finely sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 2 bunches asparagus, trimmed
  • 300 gram packet firm tofu, drained
  • 2 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted

Method

Sesame, asparagus and tofu salad
  • 1
    Preheat a barbecue on high.
  • 2
    Combine mirin, Dijon mustard and 1 tablespoon of soy. Gradually whisk in sesame oil and 1 tablespoon of rice bran oil. Stir in chilli and garlic.
  • 3
    Brush asparagus lightly with dressing. Cook for 3 minutes, turning, until just tender. Set aside. Pat tofu dry with paper towel. Cut into 2cm squares and place in a shallow bowl. Add remaining soy and turn to coat. Heat remaining oil on barbecue plate and cook tofu for 5 minutes, until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towel.
  • 4
    Arrange asparagus and tofu on a serving plate and drizzle with dressing. Serve topped with toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

Mirin is a sweet rice wine commonly used in Japanese cooking. Replace with white wine vinegar if it's unavailable. Use any leftover dressing to marinate chicken, fish or vegetables.

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