Grilled Asparagus Rafts

16 thick asparagus spears (about 1 pound)
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Dash of salt

Preparation:

Prepare grill to high heat.

Snap off tough ends of asparagus.

 

Arrange 4 asparagus spears on a flat surface.

 

Thread 2 (3-inch) skewers or toothpicks horizontally through spears 1 inch from each end to form a raft. 

Repeat procedure with remaining asparagus spears.

Combine soy sauce, oil, and garlic; brush evenly over asparagus rafts. 

Grill 3 minutes on each side or until crisp-tender. 

Sprinkle evenly with sesame seeds, pepper, and salt.

Shared by Debbie McLean Warner