Garlic Parm Asparagus
Tender crisp asparagus tossed in a simple but delicious garlicky parmesan mixture that you can use on almost any grilled or roast veg! This is one of those recipes you will keep coming back to!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus spears
- oil for cooking
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp fresh herbs, finely chopped (chives, parsley, dill or basil works well)
- fresh cracked black pepper
- flakey salt
- chilli flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and trim the asparagus spears. Best way to know where to trim them is to grab one from both ends and gently try to snap it in half. Wherever it breaks is the fresh part you want to keep. The bottom bit that snaps off can be discarded (or used for soup stock!).
- Heat a large frying pan with a splash of oil on medium heat. Add the asparagus to the pan and toss to coat in oil. Add a pinch of salt and pepper as they cook. Stir often until they start to turn bright green and are heated through. Be careful not to overcook them as they will get soggy. Should take about 5 minutes. (If you want to grill the asparagus- toss in oil and a pinch of salt and pepper till well coated. Then grill , turning often till starting to brown all over).
- While the asparagus cooks, in a small bowl mix together the remaining ingredients - 1/4 cup parmesan, 1 tsp garlic and 1 tsp fresh herbs (I like to use chives here). Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. And chilli flakes for kick if you like. Set aside.
- When the asparagus is done, take it off the heat, throw in the garlic parm topping and give it a toss to coat. Serve immediately. Enjoy!