Serves 4-6

Free of: Gluten and top allergens, except dairy (alternative suggested); soy is optional.

Ingredients

• 3 bunches fresh asparagus
• 2 tbsp (30 mL) butter or alternative (e.g. Earth Blend)
• 1 tsp (5 mL) fresh ginger, grated
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp (5 mL) wheat-free Tamari sauce [optional]
• Fresh ground black pepper to taste

Method

1. Wash and trim asparagus.
2. In a medium sauté pan, melt butter or alternative. Add ginger, garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add Tamari sauce and pepper and keep warm on very low heat.
3. In a large skillet, heat 4 cups (1 L) water to a boil. Cook asparagus until tender, about 4-5 minutes.
4. Drain well, transfer to platter, drizzle with ginger mixture. Serve.

Recipe by Simon Clarke

First published in Allergic Living magazine.
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