Cooked and Seasoned Boiled Asparagus
Cooked and Seasoned Boiled Asparagus is a mouthwatering recipe you shouldn't miss. It is going to be your go-to side dish due to its minimal ingredients and simple instructions.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Asparagus
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt or Himalayan salt for tasting
Instructions
- Wash the asparagus then using a kitchen knife cut off 2 inches of the ends or stems.
- Bring a large pot of water to boil then drop the asparagus in on medium high heat for 7 minutes.
- Drain the water, then place back the cooked asparagus back into the pot.
- Drizzle olive oil than season with salt and black pepper. Using a tong, gently toss the cooked asparagus with the olive oil and the seasonings until very well coated.
- Enjoy alone or with a side of protein like salmon, roast beef, or chicken.
Notes
Choose the freshest asparagus. The less time your asparagus has spent in storage, the better it will be. Also, make sure to eat asparagus within a few days of purchasing it.
Don't overcook the asparagus to avoid the mushy texture.