Asparagus with Lime and Ginger

1 ½ pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

1 teaspoon grated lime zest

1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh ginger root

½ teaspoon white sugar

6 tablespoons vegetable oil

salt and ground black pepper to taste

Pour about 1 inch of water into the bottom half of a steamer pan set, and place over medium heat. Place the asparagus in the top half of the steamer pan set; steam until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the asparagus and arrange on a serving platter.

Whisk the lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, ginger, and sugar together in a bowl; stream the vegetable oil into the mixture while whisking. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle over the asparagus.