Sesame-Ginger Asparagus

1 1/2 pounds thin asparagus -- trimmed and cut diagonally into 2" pieces
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon chipped fresh ginger
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Bring 1/4" water to a boil in a large non-stick skillet over high heat. Add the asparagus and return to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes, or until crisp-tender. Drain and cool briefly under cold running water. Wipe the skillet dry with a paper towel. Heat the canola oil in the same skillet over high heat,. Add the asparagus, ginger, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes and cook for 2 minutes, or until heated through. Remove from the heat and stir in the sesame oil and sesame seeds.