Prepare asparagus to perfection: Here's how

Whether with hollandaise sauce, as a salad or au gratin - we love asparagus in all its varieties. And in the few months in which the noble spears are available, we take the opportunity to prepare a great asparagus recipe as often as possible. We show you the basic instructions on how to cook asparagus properly here.

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via Sabrina
04/15/2020, 09:47
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Asparagus time is our favorite time of year: Watch the video to find out how to prepare these delicious spears properly.

Preparation of asparagus

  • First cut off the woody end of the asparagus spears (approx. 2 cm) with a knife. Then peel the spears down to the head.
  • Bring 2 liters of water to the boil in a large pan with two lemon slices, a teaspoon of sugar and a teaspoon of salt.
  • Tie the asparagus spears together with kitchen string and place in the pan. Cook for 12 - 15 minutes.

Now the delicious asparagus can be served in the classic way with butter and breadcrumbs, hollandaise sauce or a little more creatively on savory waffles or wrapped in a hearty pancake.

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