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pan seared asparagus

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Laura Macy
Antelope, CA

I never liked Asparagus growing up. It was always overcooked. I talked with a friend who is a chef and he gave me some helpful tips. Ever since I created this recipe with my own seasonings, I love it. I hope you enjoy it as well.

(2 ratings)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 5 Min

Ingredients For pan seared asparagus

  • 1 lb
    asparagus, fresh
  • 1 Tbsp
    extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp
    butter, cold
  • freshly chopped thyme, rosemary, garlic, sea salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste

How To Make pan seared asparagus

  • 1
    Blanche the asparagus in salted rapidly boiling water for 1 minute, and then shock them in an ice bath to stop the cooking. Then when ready to serve sauté them quickly in a screaming hot sauté pan with half a tablespoon each of extra virgin olive oil & butter, freshly chopped thyme, rosemary, garlic, sea salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste!

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