steamed asparagus with anchovy butter

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beulah, MI
Updated on Apr 18, 2020

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

prep time 5 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Steam
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 8 anchovy filets
  • 1 stick butter softened
  • juice of 1 lemon
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 pounds asparagus trimmed

How To Make steamed asparagus with anchovy butter

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

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Category: Vegetables
Ingredient: Vegetable
Method: Steam
Culture: American

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