Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
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Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Description
This recipe starts by trimming the tough ends off fresh asparagus spears. Each spear is wrapped with half-length strips of prosciutto, enclosing a fresh sage leaf to add fragrant herbal notes. Chilling the wrapped spears helps the prosciutto adhere and maintain shape during cooking.
The wrapped asparagus is sautéed briefly in olive oil until the prosciutto becomes browned and crispy, while the asparagus cooks to retain some bite. Freshly ground black pepper adds finishing seasoning. This method ensures a contrast of textures between the savory, crunchy prosciutto and tender asparagus.
Serving prosciutto wrapped asparagus makes for an elegant appetizer or a flavorful side, especially fitting for spring or summer menus. It pairs well with simple salads, roasted meats, or as part of a light meal.
The recipe emphasizes proper trimming of tough ends from asparagus by bending and snapping to ensure tenderness and remove fibrous parts.
Ingredients
- 12 asparagus spears
- 6 lices prosciutto
- 6 leaves sage fresh
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Wash and trim the asparagus spears (See Note 1)
- Cut prosciutto strips into two halves lengthways, ending up with 12 strips.
- Place each prosciutto strip on a cutting board at a 45 degree angle. Place one of the sage leaves in the center then an asparagus spear on top of the meat, perpendicular to it. Wrap and roll the asparagus spear in a spiral like a candy cane stripe up to the top of the spear, allowing the tip to still show. Continue with the others and refrigerate for 10 minutes. I found this helps the prosciutto adhere and stay on.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet and sauté wrapped asparagus spears for 1-2 minutes on each side until prosciutto is brown and crispy. Season with freshly ground black pepper and serve.
Notes
- Trim asparagus by gently bending near the base until the tough end snaps off; discard the fibrous ends.
- Chilling wrapped asparagus before cooking helps the prosciutto stay wrapped during sautéing.
- Cook briefly on each side until prosciutto crisps but asparagus remains tender and bright green.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 90 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 90kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 80mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 120mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 365IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 2.7mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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