Best 9 Pan Fried Asparagus Recipes

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**Pan-Fried Asparagus: A Culinary Delight**

Pan-fried asparagus is a simple yet delectable dish that brings out the natural flavors of this spring vegetable. Asparagus spears are coated in a flavorful mixture of butter, garlic, salt, and pepper, then pan-fried until tender-crisp. This cooking method enhances the asparagus's naturally sweet and slightly bitter taste, creating a savory and satisfying side dish or light main course.

**Pan-fried Asparagus with Lemon and Parmesan:** This classic recipe adds a zesty touch to pan-fried asparagus with the addition of lemon juice and grated Parmesan cheese. The bright citrus notes of lemon complement the asparagus's earthy flavor, while the Parmesan adds a salty and nutty richness.

**Pan-fried Asparagus with Bacon and Almonds:** This recipe combines the smoky flavor of bacon with the nutty crunch of almonds for a more robust and savory dish. The bacon adds a salty and crispy element, while the almonds provide a delightful textural contrast to the tender asparagus.

**Pan-fried Asparagus with Garlic and Herbs:** This recipe showcases the aromatic flavors of garlic and herbs, creating a fragrant and flavorful dish. Freshly minced garlic, thyme, and rosemary are sautéed in butter until fragrant, then the asparagus spears are added and cooked until tender.

**Pan-fried Asparagus with Balsamic Glaze:** This recipe adds a tangy and sweet glaze to pan-fried asparagus, creating a sophisticated and elegant dish. A simple balsamic glaze is made by reducing balsamic vinegar until it thickens, then drizzled over the cooked asparagus.

With its vibrant green color, tender-crisp texture, and delicious flavor, pan-fried asparagus is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, appetizer, or even a light main course. Whether you prefer classic simplicity or more adventurous flavor combinations, these pan-fried asparagus recipes offer something for every palate.

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PAN-FRIED ASPARAGUS



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This garlic asparagus dish is a Northern Italian side dish. My family loves it! Even the kids!

Provided by Kim

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon coarse salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound fresh asparagus spears, trimmed

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Cook garlic in butter for a minute, but do not brown. Add asparagus, and cook for 10 minutes, turning asparagus to ensure even cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.2 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 524.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

PAN-FRIED ASPARAGUS



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I love asparagus, and if you do, then you'll love this recipe. Nothing fancy, and it's ready in minutes. Great as a side dish; I love to make a meal out of it, by adding thin slices of chicken or beef, even shrimp. I like to put grated Parmesan cheese on top.

Provided by FLUFFSTER

Categories     Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 lb fresh asparagus spear, trimmed

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Stir in the olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook garlic in butter for a minute, but do not brown.
  • Add asparagus, and cook for 10 minutes, turning asparagus to ensure even cooking.

PAN-FRIED ASPARAGUS WITH ONIONS



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Everyone that I make this for absolutely loves it! The onions are a great flavor contrast to the asparagus. This vegetable dish pairs as a great side with everything...fish, meat, chicken, or pasta.

Provided by Laurie Brenner

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 16m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon butter
1 pound asparagus, trimmed
1 tablespoon butter
¼ cup sliced onion
1 pinch onion salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook and stir asparagus in melted butter until bright green, but still firm, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Stir 1 tablespoon butter and onion into asparagus; sprinkle with onion salt.
  • Cook and stir until onion is slightly browned and asparagus are tender, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.7 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 125.9 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

PAN-ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH A CRISPY FRIED EGG



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon lemon zest (1 lemon)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup Italian parsley leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 pound thin asparagus, trimmed
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
4 large eggs

Steps:

  • For the gremolata: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and olive oil and toast, stirring often with a wooden spoon until golden brown. Place in a small bowl and while still hot, add the lemon zest, red pepper flakes and salt. Mix together and cool the mixture to room temperature. Stir in the parsley and cheese.
  • For the asparagus: Wipe the pan with a clean dish towel. Place over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Add the asparagus and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt. Cook, stirring and flipping often with tongs until the asparagus is bright green, cooked through and slightly browned, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Divide the asparagus among four serving plates. To the same pan, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and place over medium-high heat. Crack 2 of the eggs into the pan, being careful as it may splatter, sprinkle with salt and reduce the heat slightly and cook until the edges are light brown and crispy and the whites are just set, 2 to 3 minutes. The yolk should still be runny. Repeat for the remaining 2 eggs. Using a slotted spatula, slide an egg on each plate. Sprinkle each dish with the breadcrumb gremolata and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

PAN-FRIED GARLIC ASPARAGUS



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This is a really simple, quick way to cook asparagus. The asparagus turns out crisp-tender and encrusted with browned parmesan cheese. Pleasing to both the eye and the taste buds!

Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb asparagus, fresh whole spears
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1/4 cup shallot, thinly sliced (could also use red or yellow onion)
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Prepare asparagus spears. First rinse thoroughly and cut off fibrous ends. To do this, pull one spear out of the bunch. Gently bend the spear until it snaps. Then cut the remaining spears at the same length as the first.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook garlic and shallots for five minutes or until tender but not translucent.
  • Add asparagus and parmesan to skillet and toss in oil, garlic and shallots. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cook for 8-10 minutes at medium / medium-high heat or until asparagus and parmesan begin to brown, and shallots are caramelized.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.1, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 2.2, Sodium 346.5, Carbohydrate 7.2, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 1.5, Protein 4.1

PAN-SEARED ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH FRISéE AND FRIED EGG



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Here is a fine variation on the old combination of egg and asparagus. It is a twist on the bistro staple, frisée aux lardons, with pan-fried asparagus standing in for the bacon lardons. It's mixed with the frisée and a pungent garlic vinaigrette laced with a little anchovy. Then, in place of the usual poached egg nestled in curling frisée leaves, fry an egg until the edges are crisp and brown. This adds a vaguely baconlike nuance to the salad, without the meat.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, salads and dressings

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small garlic clove, finely chopped
Salt
3/4 teaspoon finely chopped anchovy
2 teaspoons lemon juice
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
3 cups packed torn frisée lettuce
2 large eggs
Black pepper

Steps:

  • Mash the garlic and a pinch of salt into a paste with the side of a knife. Mix it in a small bowl with the anchovy, lemon juice and 2 tablespoons oil.
  • Place a large skillet over medium-high heat for 20 seconds. Add 3 tablespoons oil. When it shimmers, add the asparagus. Toss occasionally until golden brown and almost tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Add a pinch of salt and cook until tender, 1 to 2 minutes longer. Transfer to a large bowl; add the frisée and the garlic-anchovy dressing and toss gently.
  • Return skillet to medium heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Crack in the eggs; season lightly with salt and pepper. Cook until the eggs are just set, about 3 minutes.
  • Divide the salad between two serving plates. Top each with an egg.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 495, UnsaturatedFat 37 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 46 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 950 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

PAN-FRIED MINTY ASPARAGUS



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Pan-fried asparagus with a little lemon and mint. Yum! Serve as a side dish or toss with pasta with some extra lemon juice, olive oil, and mint for an easy vegetarian dinner.

Provided by Syd

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 3-inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
½ lemon
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large, shallow pan over medium heat. When oil is hot, arrange asparagus evenly over the bottom of the pan. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir once. Continue cooking, stirring as needed, until bright green and tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Stir in mint, cook for about 30 seconds, and remove from heat. Squeeze lemon juice over asparagus and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.3 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 41.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

PAN FRIED ASPARAGUS



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I discovered my new favourite way to cook asparagus whilst on holidays recently. We bought asparagus at the farm gate, and cooking equipment was limited.

Provided by JustJanS

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

500 g fresh asparagus
2 tablespoons bacon grease
rock salt
fresh ground black pepper
lemon

Steps:

  • Trim woody ends of asparagus.
  • Heat bacon grease in pan over medium high heat, or electric skillet.
  • Add asparagus to pan and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until bright green and a little browned. Turn frequently.
  • Remove and eat at once with a grinding of salt and pepper, or cool to eat with a salad.
  • Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice if you wish.

KITTENCAL'S PAN-FRIED ASPARAGUS



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I like to make this as soon as asparagus season roles around ---try not to purchase thick asparagus as it tends to be tough, you may adjust the garlic amount to taste, I have left the chili flakes as optional I like to add them in for heat :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 17m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes (optional or to taste)
1/2 lb fresh asparagus (tough ends removed)
fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
freshly grated parmesan cheese (to taste)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet melt butter with oil over medium heat.
  • Add in kosher salt, garlic and crushed chili flakes (if using) cook stirring for about 1 minute (do not brown the garlic).
  • Add in asparagus and cook for about 8-10 minutes turning the spears to ensure even cooking.
  • Season with freshly ground black pepper.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender asparagus spears with tight tips and a deep green color.
  • Trim the asparagus spears by snapping off the woody ends.
  • Use a large skillet or griddle so that the asparagus has plenty of room to cook evenly.
  • Heat the oil over medium-high heat before adding the asparagus. This will help to prevent the asparagus from sticking to the pan.
  • Cook the asparagus for 3-4 minutes per side, or until it is tender-crisp. Do not overcook the asparagus, or it will become mushy.
  • Season the asparagus with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to taste.
  • Serve the asparagus immediately while it is still hot.

Conclusion:

Pan-fried asparagus is a quick and easy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy this spring vegetable. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that will impress your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a side dish that is both healthy and delicious, give pan-fried asparagus a try. You won't be disappointed!

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