Asparagus, Mushrooms and Pepper Stir-Fry

1. In a small pot, combine rice and water. Bring to a boil, season with a dash of salt, cover and cook for about 15 minutes, or until done (refer to package instructions for your type of rice).
2. Preheat oven to 375 F (190 C). Put sesame seeds on an aluminium foil-lined baking tray and toast in the oven for about 6 minutes. Remove from oven when done.
3. Slice vegetables and mince garlic according to instructions in above list.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus, bell pepper, mushrooms, onion and garlic. Stir-fry for about 6 minutes, until vegetables are tender but still crisp.
5. Add soy sauce, stir and cook for another 30 seconds. Remove from heat and stir in sesame seeds.
6. Serve over a bed of cooked rice.