Griddled Asparagus & Broccolini with sweet thick Soy Glaze

Serves 3 – 4

• 200g asparagus spears
• 200g broccolini spears
• 45ml black and white sesame seeds, toasted
• black pepper

Glaze:

• 30ml olive oil
• 60ml Staffords sweet thick soy sauce
• 15ml rice wine vinegar
• 5ml Staffords garlic paste

Method:

1. Trim the asparagus and broccoli spears and blanch in a pot of boiling water for 1 minute.
2. Drain and cool under cold, running water, then pat dry using a clean tea towel.
3. Heat a griddle pan on the stove.
4. Whisk the glaze ingredients together in a small bowl and use to baste the vegetable.
5. Sear the vegetables in a single layer, on the griddle pan for 1-2 minutes per side. Transfer to a serving plate and scatter the toasted sesame seeds over the top.