Boil trimmed asparagus in salted water for 1 min. Drain. Plunge into ice water until cold. Pat dry and pack into jars. Heat 1 1/2 cups white vinegar with 1 cup sugar until sugar dissolves. Add 1 tsp chili flakes and pour into jars.
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