Description
A tight, bright side dish that takes almost no time to finish, featuring fresh asparagus sautéed in garlic butter for a simple yet flavorful accompaniment.
Ingredients
Asparagus Preparation
- 1 bunch asparagus (Choose firm spears for best results.)
Cooking Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (Used for sautéing.)
- 3 tablespoons butter (Adds richness to the dish.)
- 1 tablespoon garlic (minced) (Fresh garlic is recommended for best flavor.)
- to taste pinch salt and black pepper (Adjust according to preference.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash asparagus under cold water. Bend one spear at the end until it breaks to remove the woody end. Line up the other asparagus spears to the broken one and trim all of the remaining bottoms.
Cooking
- Place a large skillet over medium heat, add in the olive oil, butter and garlic. Cook and stir for one minute.
- Add in the asparagus, season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir occasionally for 5-7 minutes, until the asparagus is dark green and tender.
- Remove from the pan and pour the butter and garlic over the asparagus.
Notes
Serve warm with simple pairings like lemon wedges or grated parmesan. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American