STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH ANCHOVY BUTTER

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The saltiness of the anchovies seasons the asparagus perfectly and the red pepper flakes gives it a little kick

Provided by barbara lentz

Categories     Vegetables

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 anchovy filets
1 stick butter softened
juice of 1 lemon
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
2 lb asparagus trimmed

Steps:

  • 1. Place asparagus in a bamboo steamer over boiling water. Steam until crisp tender
  • 2. Place anchovies, butter, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes in a food processor. Process until smooth
  • 3. Serve the butter over the steamed asparagus

Lajina Akther
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's a great way to enjoy fresh asparagus.


Zhaid Balil
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This dish was easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely be making it again.


Harold Morrison
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I'm not a fan of anchovies, so I omitted the anchovy butter and the dish was still very good.


srk gamer786
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I found the anchovy butter to be a bit too salty for my taste, but overall the dish was good.


Mohammed Iqbal Ahmed
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The asparagus was a bit overcooked for my taste, but the anchovy butter was delicious.


Liaquat Jutt
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a great side dish for any occasion.


Matthew Leonard
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I was skeptical about the anchovy butter at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. It adds such a delicious, savory flavor to the asparagus.


jessieca campbell
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This dish is a great way to enjoy fresh, seasonal asparagus. The anchovy butter adds a nice touch of umami that really elevates the flavor of the asparagus.


Salim Abdullah
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I was able to whip up this dish in no time, and it turned out amazing. The asparagus was perfectly steamed and the anchovy butter was so flavorful.


Sandra Taylor
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Wow, this steamed asparagus with anchovy butter was an absolute delight! The asparagus was cooked to perfection, tender yet still slightly crunchy, and the anchovy butter added a rich, savory flavor that perfectly complemented the asparagus. I will d