BUTTER-BRAISED ASPARAGUS
For the first-of-the-season asparagus, keep it simple with butter, lemon and sweet herbs. For the best texture, peeling the stalks really makes a difference.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories easy, quick, vegetables, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Snap off and discard the tough bottoms of the asparagus spears. If using large, thick asparagus, peel the lower ends with a vegetable peeler.
- Put butter in a wide skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus in one layer and season with salt and pepper. Add 1/2 cup water, cover, and bring to a simmer. Cook until the asparagus is firm-tender, about 3 minutes. Take care not to overcook them; they should still be bright green. (They will continue to cook a bit once the heat is off.) Remove the asparagus from the pan and place on a serving platter.
- Turn heat to high and simmer briskly until most of the liquid has evaporated, a minute or so. Add lemon juice and zest to the buttery juices. Turn off heat and stir in chives, parsley, tarragon and dill, if using. Check seasoning. Spoon the sauce over the asparagus, garnish with a few herb leaves, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 190, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 467 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 1 gram
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Peter Oduro
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
firerider Pornzilla
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised.
mohamed abo elmagd
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover asparagus.
Natashia Melvin
[email protected]I love this recipe! The asparagus is always cooked perfectly and the butter sauce is so flavorful.
Sadeesha Denuwan
[email protected]This recipe is easy to make and it's a great way to cook asparagus.
Dom Wild
[email protected]I made this recipe for a special occasion and it was a big hit. The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the butter sauce was very flavorful.
Brent Butler
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. The asparagus is elegant and the butter sauce is very flavorful.
MD ROBIUL HOSSAIN
[email protected]I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes. This recipe is a great vegetarian option.
Nobuhle Molefe
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the asparagus and the butter sauce.
Imtiaj rinku
[email protected]I made this recipe with some fresh asparagus from my garden. The asparagus was so flavorful and the butter sauce was the perfect complement.
SHaker din
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I had some leftover asparagus from a previous meal and this recipe was a great way to use it up.
Ali Akbar Jamali
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the butter sauce was very flavorful.
Olatunji Saba
[email protected]This was my first time making asparagus and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the asparagus was delicious.
Elizabeth Baafi
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The asparagus is always cooked perfectly and the butter sauce is to die for.
King Zack
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The asparagus was so tender and flavorful. I loved the addition of the lemon zest. It really brightened up the dish.
Kari Huttunen
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! The asparagus was cooked to perfection and the butter sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Karan Sunar
[email protected]This was a delicious and easy recipe to follow. The asparagus turned out perfectly tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.