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Notes: You can pickle this asparagus (through step 2) up to 2 days ahead; the flavor becomes more intense the longer the asparagus stands in the brine. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Ingredients:
3/4 cup rice vinegar |
2 tablespoons salt |
2 tablespoons sugar |
2 tablespoons pickling spice |
1 to 1 1/2 pounds asparagus, rinsed and tough stem ends snapped off |
Directions:
1. In wide 4- to 5-quart pan, combine vinegar, salt, sugar, pickling spice, and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
2. Add asparagus; if liquid doesn't cover it, add water to cover. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until asparagus has faded to dull green and is tender-crisp to bite, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from heat; add 1 cup ice cubes to stop cooking. Let stand at least 30 minutes (see notes).
3. Drain asparagus and arrange on a platter or seal in a container for transport.
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