ROLLED ASPARAGUS IN WONTON WITH SOY SAUCE

Ingredients :

Asparagus:

30 medium size asparagus, trimmed

15 wonton wraps (5x5 inches)

1 large egg, slightly beaten with a pinch of salt

2 tablespoons sesame seeds

½ cup grated parmesan cheese

2 cups vegetable oil, approximately

Sauce:

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons water

2 teaspoons sugar

¼ white onion, finely chopped

Toothpicks

Salt

Preparation:

Asparagus:
Trim asparagus and cut in 4 in (10 cm) from the spear. Save the rest for another use. Half wontons and place them on a horizontal surface. Brush each wonton with the egg mixture and sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Place 1 asparagus on one end (the short) of the halved wonton. Asparagus should be exposed on both ends. Roll wonton with asparagus and secure with a toothpick, if necessary. Brush the outside with the egg mixture and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Repeat with the remaining asparagus.

Heat oil in a medium size skillet (1/2 inch deep / 1 ½ cm) until hot but not smoky. Place rolls, 3 at a time and fry until golden. Lower heat if necessary. Remove rolls from the skillet and drain on paper towel.

Sauce:
Combine soy sauce, lemon juice, water, sugar and onion in a small bowl.
Place asparagus on a serving dish and serve with soy sauce.

Approximately: 30 asparagus appetizers

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