"A kick in the asparagus" is a delightful culinary term that refers to a dish where asparagus is prepared in a unique and flavorful way, often involving a spicy or piquant ingredient or cooking technique. This article aims to guide you through the culinary journey of creating an unforgettable "kick in the asparagus" dish. Whether you prefer roasted, grilled, sautéed, or pickled asparagus, the secret lies in selecting the right recipe that complements its natural flavors while adding a delightful kick.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
A KICK IN THE ASPARAGUS
I got this off another site, not sure where. I love grilled asparagus. You should try it. I included marinating time in the prep time.
Provided by riffraff
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 3h6m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix everything except asparagus and set aside.
- Cut one inch off the bottom of the asparagus, or trim with a veggie peeler.
- In a shallow 9 inch casserole dish, place the asparagus in the dish and cover with the above marinade.
- Let sit one to three hours.
- Prepare the grill for the direct heat method.
- Grill the asparagus using a medium-hot temperature and baste with the marinade frequently.
- Grill for no more than six minutes.
- Mushy Asparagus is ICKKKYYY.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.1, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 706.1, Carbohydrate 10.3, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 5.3, Protein 3
ASPARAGUS QUICHE
There's nothing I like better than getting all my housework done and "cooking up a storm" in the kitchen. I was raised in a farming community that had many asparagus growers. So I've always made sure that there's an ample supply of asparagus in my freezer! My husband is a grain farmer, and we have four grown children and 13 grandchildren.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 50m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bake crust at 425° for 6-7 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside. , Cook the asparagus spears in a small amount of water until tender. Drain and cool. Set aside three spears for garnish; cut the remaining asparagus into 1/2-in. pieces. Combine the asparagus pieces and onions; add flour and toss. Pour into crust; sprinkle with cheese. Whisk together eggs, cream, salt, basil and cayenne; pour over asparagus mixture. , Bake at 325° for 25 minutes. Split the reserved asparagus spears lengthwise and arrange, cut side down, in a wheel pattern on top of filling. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts :
ASPARAGUS QUICHE
A delectable combination of ingredients that result in a tasty quiche dish.
Provided by Michele O'Sullivan
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Eggs Quiche
Time 1h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place asparagus in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover. Cook until tender but still firm, about 2 to 6 minutes. Drain and cool.
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
- Brush pie shells with beaten egg white. Sprinkle crumbled bacon and chopped asparagus into pie shells.
- In a bowl, beat together eggs, cream, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Sprinkle Swiss cheese over bacon and asparagus. Pour egg mixture on top of cheese.
- Bake uncovered in preheated oven until firm, about 35 to 40 minutes. Let cool to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 334.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 105.6 mg, Fat 26.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 383.1 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
ASPARAGUS APPETIZERS
A wonderful appetizer to have on hand that can be made ahead of time, frozen, and used as needed.
Provided by DALEPFEFFER
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Vegetable
Time 1h45m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Trim crusts from bread, and flatten slightly with a rolling pin.
- In a bowl, stir blue and cream cheeses together with the egg until well blended and creamy. Spread a thin layer of cheese mixture over each slice of bread. Roll one asparagus spear inside each, and fasten with a toothpick.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan. Roll each asparagus wrap in butter to coat. Place on a baking sheet small enough to fit into the freezer, and freeze for one hour, or until butter hardens and wraps are somewhat firm. Remove pan from freezer, discard toothpicks, and cut each wrap in half crosswise. Store in a resealable plastic bag in the freezer until ready to use.
- To serve, preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
- Arrange frozen asparagus wraps on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until lightly browned. Check occasionally, and turn if necessary, for even browning and to prevent burning. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.5 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fat 40.3 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 24.9 g, Sodium 650.6 mg, Sugar 2 g
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender asparagus. Look for spears that are bright green and snap easily when you bend them.
- Trim the asparagus spears before cooking. Cut off the woody ends of the spears, about 1 inch from the bottom.
- Cook the asparagus until it is tender-crisp. This will take about 2-3 minutes in a steamer, 3-4 minutes in boiling water, or 5-7 minutes in a skillet.
- Season the asparagus with salt, pepper, and butter. You can also add other seasonings, such as lemon juice, garlic, or Parmesan cheese.
- Serve the asparagus immediately. It is best when eaten fresh.
Conclusion:
Asparagus is a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you are roasting it, steaming it, or sautéing it, there is a recipe out there that is perfect for you. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give asparagus a try. You won't be disappointed!
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