Asparagus Chinese Style - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 1/2 Tbsp. cider vinegar
1 Tbsp. dark sesame oil or other oil
sprinkling of sugar
1 bunch asparagus, washed, trimmed and cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
boiling water

Preparation

Put asparagus in a large, shallow skillet; pour in boiling water.
Return to a boil and cook 5 minutes only; drain thoroughly and chill.
Toss with marinade not more than 1/2 hour before serving or it will turn asparagus dark.
Good for company as can be made 1 or 2 days ahead and served cold or at room temperature.