10-Minute Cast Iron Asparagus
This Cast-Iron Asparagus is crisp and fresh, bringing out the delicious natural flavors in the asparagus in just 10 minutes.
Equipment
Ingredients
Cast Iron Asparagus
- 1 pound asparagus
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Topping Ideas
- 2 cloves garlic or ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 2 teaspoons Parmesan
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions
- Prep your asparagus by snapping off the "woody" ends.1 pound asparagus
- To a large cast-iron skillet, add the water over high heat. Once it starts to simmer, add the asparagus in a single layer. Cover and steam for 90 seconds.¼ cup water
- After 90 seconds, remove the lid and continue to simmer until almost all of the water has evaporated.
- Once the water has evaporated, add the oil, salt, pepper, and any optional toppings. Continue to heat, tossing occasionally, until you see some char on the asparagus. Enjoy hot.1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Notes
- Asparagus tips can be composted or used to make your own vegetable broth.
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