1 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus as young and tender as possible
3/4 cup finely chopped pecans
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
ground black pepper
Steps:
Trim the asparagus and cook in boiling water for 6-7 minutes or until barely tender and still bright green; drain and rinse under cold water then drain again
Arrange in 1 or 2 layers in an oblong serving dish
Mix the pecans with the oil vinegar soy sauce and sugar; pour over the asparagus lifting the stalks so that the mixture penetrates to the bottom
Sprinkle with pepper
Serve chilled
This dish can be made up to 36 hours ahead of serving time
