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Asparagus Cut

Asparagus officinalis Vegetable

Asparagus Cut Vegetable

At a Glance

  • Category Vegetable

The Forktionary Angle

"The smart shortcut: How pre-cut asparagus can streamline your cooking without sacrificing flavor or nutrition."

Definition

Asparagus stalks that have been trimmed and cut into uniform pieces, ready for cooking, offering convenience and consistent sizing.

Convenience Factor Reduces prep time significantly, ideal for busy cooks.
Packaging Trends Increasingly popular in fresh and frozen forms for consumer ease.
Uniform Cooking Consistent piece size ensures even cooking and tender texture throughout.

Flavor Profile

The primary flavor notes for Asparagus Cut are:

Fresh Slightly Grassy Earthy Sweet

Chef’s Secret

When roasting pre-cut asparagus, toss it with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread in a single layer for maximum caramelization.

Best Substitutes

Whole Asparagus

requires cutting
Ratio 1:1

Green Beans

Ratio 1:1

Broccoli Florets

Ratio 1:1

Buying Guide

Look for vibrant green pieces, firm to the touch, with no signs of wilting, dryness, or sliminess.

Culinary Pairings

Stir-fries omelets frittatas pasta dishes roasted vegetable medleys quiches

Recipes Using Asparagus Cut

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Beef And Bows Alfredo

This decadent Beef and Bowtie Alfredo recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal, inspired by Certified Angus Beef. Tender steak, vibrant peppers and mushrooms, tossed with creamy Alfredo sauce and perfectly cooked bowtie pasta – it's a flavor explosion in just 30 minutes! Get ready for a restaurant-quality dish without the restaurant price tag.

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Asparagus Crab Au Gratin

A family-favorite, creamy, cheesy Asparagus Crab Au Gratin! This quick and easy recipe elevates simple ingredients into a decadent dish, perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion. Get ready for tender asparagus, sweet crab meat, and a perfectly browned, bubbly topping.

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