Black Asparagus, Black Tahini, Black Vinegar & Black Sesame

Sometimes the key lies in simplicity. Good ingredients need little adornment to shine. This harness the nutty, earthy notes of black tahini, with the zing of black vinegar. You can also serve with a fried duck egg for extra protein.

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Black Asparagus, Black Tahini, Black Vinegar & Black Sesame

Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 3 MinTotal time: 13 Min

Sometimes the key lies in simplicity. Good ingredients need little adornment to shine. This harness the nutty, earthy notes of black tahini, with the zing of black vinegar. You can also serve with a fried duck egg for extra protein.

Ingredients

• 2 Bundles Black Asparagus
• 4 Cloves Garlic
• 3tbsp Black Tahini Paste
• ¼ tsp Mastic
• 1tbsp Black Vinegar, plus extra to taste
• 1tbsp Olive Oil
• Warm Water
• 1tbsp Roasted Black Sesame to serve.

Instructions

1. Steam the Asparagus until just tender. Refresh in iced water and set aside at room temperature.
2. Crush the garlic with a good pinch of salt using the back of a knife to make a paste. Mix this into the tahini and mastic with the back of a spoon.
3. Gradually add the black vinegar, it will become very thick. Taste and adjust with more salt and vinegar if liked. Add enough warm water to make a spoonable sauce then add the olive oil. Stir until emulsified then drizzle over the asparagus. Sprinkle with roasted sesame and top with a fried duck egg if liked.

https://gourmetglow.co.uk/recipes/black-asparagus-black-tahini-black-vinegar-black-sesame