Fried asparagus with cold spinach sauce recipe

Fried Asparagus with Cold Spinach Sauce recipe

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Recipe intro

This recipe for fried asparagus with cold spinach sauce is a delightful combination of crispy and refreshing flavors. The asparagus spears are lightly battered and fried to perfection, creating a deliciously crunchy texture. The cold spinach sauce adds a tangy and creamy element, perfectly complementing the asparagus. This dish is a great appetizer or side dish that will impress your guests with its unique flavors and presentation.

Keywords: fried asparagus, cold spinach sauce, crispy, refreshing, appetizer

Fried asparagus with cold spinach sauce recipe details

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Ingredients

300 g	young spinach
150 g	ice cubes
	salt and freshly ground black pepper
5 tbsp	grape seed oil
5 tbsp	vegetable stock
12 stalk(s)	asparagus, woody ends removed
1	egg
1 tsp	oil
50 g	breadcrumbs
2 tbsp	lard
4 tbsp	crème fraîche
1 tbsp	water

Instructions

Blanch the spinach for 2 minutes, then drain.

In a blender, combine the spinach and the ice cubes. Pour in the grape seed oil and the stock and process until well combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside in the refrigerator.

Cook the asparagus in salted water until al dente. Drain and allow to cool.

Whisk the egg. Stir in the oil and the water. Turn the asparagus first in the egg mixture and then in the breadcrumbs. In a pan, heat the lard and fry the asparagus until golden all around.

Serve the fried asparagus with the cold spinach sauce and the crème fraîche.

Preparation time:
ca. 15 min
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a