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1. Heat a large cast-iron or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add asparagus to pan; cook 3 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender and browned, stirring frequently. Transfer to a serving platter. Add rind, juice, and salt, tossing to coat.
Add enough water to a pan so that the asparagus stalks will be submerged in water. Place one of the bundles in the water to check the level. Remove the bundle, add a pinch of salt, a pinch of sugar, and bring the water to a boil. Once the water is boiling, add the bundles of asparagus.Lower the heat and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the spears become bright green and are crisp tender. Check tenderness by poking the thicker end with a fork.ave the grill heated to a medium heat. Clean the asparagus by rinsing under cold water and the pat dry with a paper towel. Lay the asparagus out on a plate or cookie sheet and drizzle with 2 to 3 tablespoons of olive oil or vegetable oil. Roll the spears back and forth so that the entire stalk is coated.