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Baby Asparagus

Asparagus officinalis Allergen-Free
Baby Asparagus

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Asparagaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Mediterranean
  • Seasonality Spring (March-June)
  • Source Asparagus plant

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Baby Asparagus ?

Young, slender shoots of asparagus, prized for their tenderness, delicate flavor, and quick cooking time.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Baby Asparagus ?

Le/La/L'Baby Asparagus a un goût mild, earthy, grassy, slightly bitter avec des arômes fresh, green.

Taste
Mild, Earthy, Grassy, Slightly Bitter
Texture
Tender-Crisp, Succulent
Aroma
Fresh, Green
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 100 g (1 cup)
Calories20 kcal
Total Fat0.1 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein2.2 g
Total Carbohydrate4 g
Dietary Fiber2 g
Total Sugars1.9 g
Calcium24 mg
Iron2.1 mg
Potassium200 mg

Le secret du chef

To ensure tenderness, snap off the woody ends rather than cutting, as they naturally break at the tender point.

Substituts & Proportions pour Baby Asparagus

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Baby Asparagus est Green Asparagus, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Very similar flavor, may require slightly longer cooking.

Substituts pour Baby Asparagus avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Green Asparagus Meilleur 1:1 Very similar flavor, may require slightly longer cooking.
Haricots Verts (French Green Beans) 1:1 Similar slender shape and tender-crisp texture, different flavor.
Broccolini 1:1 Earthy flavor, tender stalks, similar cooking applications.
Zucchini Sticks 1:1 Softer texture, milder flavor, good for grilling or sautéing.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Baby Asparagus

  1. Look for bright green, firm spears with tightly closed tips.
  2. Avoid limp or woody stalks.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Baby Asparagus ?

  • Butter
  • lemon
  • hollandaise
  • garlic
  • parmesan
  • prosciutto
  • eggs
  • salmon.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Baby Asparagus ?

Mild, Earthy, Grassy, Slightly Bitter Fresh, Green

Quel est un bon substitut pour Baby Asparagus ?

Le meilleur substitut est Green Asparagus (1:1). Very similar flavor, may require slightly longer cooking.

Comment choisir et conserver le Baby Asparagus ?

Look for bright green, firm spears with tightly closed tips. Avoid limp or woody stalks.

Recettes utilisant le/la/l'Baby Asparagus

Ingrédients Vegetable associés

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