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Asparagus With Wasabi Mayonnaise Dip Recipe

Elevate your asparagus game with this vibrant and flavorful wasabi mayonnaise dip! Adapted from a cooking live favorite, this recipe is quick, easy, and incredibly versatile. Perfect as a light lunch, a sophisticated appetizer, or a unique addition to your favorite sandwiches and crackers. Control the heat with adjustable wasabi – add more for an intense kick! This recipe pairs perfectly with other vegetables, grilled meats, and even as a creative sandwich spread.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 209.5 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 4.8 (10 Reviews)
Asparagus With Wasabi Mayonnaise Dip

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Ingredients for Asparagus With Wasabi Mayonnaise Dip

  • 1 pound asparagus
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon wasabi paste (or more, to taste)

How to Make Asparagus With Wasabi Mayonnaise Dip

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 pound asparagus and blanch for 1 minute.
  2. Immediately transfer asparagus to a colander and rinse under cold running water to stop the cooking process.
  3. Drain thoroughly and pat asparagus dry with paper towels.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon wasabi paste (or more, to taste) until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  5. Serve the blanched asparagus immediately with the wasabi mayonnaise dip.
  6. Enjoy this delicious dip as a spread for sandwiches, a topping for cooked vegetables, or a dipping sauce for various snacks and meats!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

10g

Carbs

6g

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