ASPARAGUS WITH GINGER-ORANGE BUTTER
I found this on the internet years ago. It's easy and the butter is made ahead and frozen. The butter is also good on all kinds of veggies. From Al Rice, North Pole Alaska.
Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Categories Vegetables
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Grate 2 teaspoons orange zest; place in small bowl.
- 2. Squeeze juice.
- 3. To orange zest, add butter, 1 tablespoon orange juice, cilantro, ginger and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
- 4. With portable mixer, beat to blend.
- 5. Place on plastic wrap; roll up to form a 3-inch log, twisting ends.
- 6. Freeze 30 minutes, or refrigerate overnight.
- 7. After butter mixture has set, cook asparagus: peel bottom third of asparagus spears with vegetable peeler.
- 8. In large, deep skillet, combine 2 cups water, remaining orange juice, 1 /2 teaspoon salt and the asparagus; heat to boiling.
- 9. Reduce heat; simmer, partially covered, 4 minutes or until tender.
- 10. Drain; place on platter.
- 11. Remove butter from freezer; unwrap.
- 12. Slice into 1/4-inch rounds; place on hot asparagus.
- 13. Per serving: 120 calories, 5 g protein, 6 g carbohydrate, 10 g 6t, 26 mg, cholesterol, 271 mg sodium.
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Faisal Raja
[email protected]I love how this dish looks on the plate. The vibrant green of the asparagus and the golden brown of the butter sauce create a beautiful contrast. It's a feast for the eyes and the taste buds!
Stanley Hill
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The asparagus was tender and flavorful, and the ginger-orange butter sauce was divine. I served it with grilled salmon and it was a perfect pairing. Highly recommend!
Anesu Charli
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of ginger, but I really enjoyed this dish. The orange and butter mellowed out the ginger flavor, making it more palatable for me. The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the overall dish was very flavorful.
Rob so
[email protected]This dish is a winner! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the ginger-orange butter sauce was rich and decadent. It's a perfect side dish for a special occasion or a weeknight meal.
Siam Yt
[email protected]I used frozen asparagus and it turned out great! The ginger-orange butter sauce is so versatile, I can imagine it would be great on other vegetables too. Definitely a recipe I'll be using again.
Md.Azizul Hoque
[email protected]The asparagus was a bit too crunchy for my taste, but the ginger-orange butter sauce was spot on. It was flavorful and added a nice touch of sweetness to the dish. Overall, it's a good recipe, but I'll adjust the cooking time next time.
Angle Lillian
[email protected]Easy to follow recipe with a delicious outcome. The asparagus was cooked to perfection and the ginger-orange butter sauce was a perfect complement. Will definitely make this again!
Md. kamruzzaman
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of asparagus, but this recipe changed my mind. The ginger-orange butter sauce is magical! It's tangy, sweet, and savory all at the same time. The asparagus was cooked perfectly and retained its crunch. Highly recommend!
Mukaila Moruf
[email protected]This recipe is a game-changer for asparagus. The ginger-orange butter sauce elevates the asparagus to a whole new level. It's a must-try for anyone who loves asparagus or is looking for a new and exciting way to prepare it.
Jessica Hoerning
[email protected]Followed the recipe and it turned out amazing! The asparagus was cooked perfectly, still slightly crunchy, and the ginger-orange butter sauce was incredibly flavorful. Definitely a keeper!
Anjana Hettiarachchi
[email protected]This asparagus dish is a delightful burst of flavors! The ginger-orange butter sauce is a perfect complement to the crisp asparagus, creating a harmonious balance of sweet, tangy, and savory notes. It's a simple yet elegant dish that is sure to impre