Sweet Sautéed Asparagus
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Sweet Sautéed Asparagus
Description
Sweet Sautéed Asparagus features fresh asparagus stalks prepared by snapping off the woody ends and sautéing them in melted butter with a sprinkling of sugar. Cooking over medium-high heat allows the asparagus to become tender yet retain a crisp bite, while the sugar adds a mild caramelized sweetness without overpowering the vegetable's natural flavor. The butter provides a rich, smooth coating that complements the fresh asparagus well.
This dish is intended to be served hot and bright, best right after cooking to maintain the crispness and fresh appearance. It makes a simple yet flavorful side for a variety of meals, especially when you want a lightly sweet vegetable accompaniment.
Careful trimming of the asparagus stems ensures even cooking and a pleasing presentation. Avoid overcooking to prevent the texture from becoming soft or soggy. Season further with salt and pepper according to taste.
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
Instructions
- Rinse and snap off the bottoms of each asparagus stalk.
- Melt butter in a large skillet and add asparagus.
- Sprinkle sugar over top of the asparagus.
- Sauté over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes or to your preferred doneness.
- Serve immediately while asparagus is bright, hot, and crisp.
Notes
- Trim asparagus by snapping off the woody ends at their natural bends for even stalk length and cooking.
- Sauté in butter with sugar over medium-high heat for about five minutes until lightly browned without becoming soggy.
- Season with salt and pepper as preferred, and serve immediately to preserve texture and color.
- This dish is best prepared fresh right before serving to keep the asparagus hot and crisp.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 157 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 157kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 108mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 229mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 1227IU | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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