1 lb. asparagus
1/2 tsp. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. soy sauce
1/2 tsp. sesame oil

Cut asparagus into 1 1/2 inch lengths. Parboil for two minutes, then put in a bowl. Mix sugar, soy sauce and sesame oil. Add to asparagus and toss lightly. Chill in refrigerator for 15 minutes.