Asparagus wrapped in Proscuitto
These asparagus wrapped in prosciutto are a beautiful combination. They are so delicious and so simple. Enjoy them at your next barbecue or to posh up your cheese board or as a great canape or party starter. They are also a treat for breakfast with poached or scrambled eggs.
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Servings: 6
Calories: 102kcal
Cost: 10
Equipment
- 1 Frying pan
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 20 g unsalted butter
- Asparagus spears bunch
- Proscuitto thinly sliced
- Sea salt flakes
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- A good squeeze of lemon juice
Instructions
- Snap the dead end of the asparagus away. Cut each asparagus spear in half.
- Place the two pieces (from one asparagus spear) side by side and then wrap them with a slice of prosciutto. Depending on the length of your slices, you will likely be able to
- cut the prosciutto in half to serve two asparagus spears.
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- Heat a frying pan with olive oil & unsalted butter on medium-high heat. Cook the asparagus & Proscuitto for approximately 1-2 minutes on each side or until the prosciutto is crispy and golden. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towel and season with salt & pepper. Keep at room temperature.
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- Transfer to a serving platter and squeeze over the fresh lemon juice. Shaved parmesan is also a lovely addition.
Notes
This can serve as many people as you wish too. Simply increase the quantities.
Nutrition
Calories: 102kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 54mg | Potassium: 49mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 207IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.4mg