Asparagus Fans With Mustard Sauce Recipe

Elegant and flavorful, Jacques Pépin-inspired Asparagus Fans with Creamy Mustard Sauce is a sophisticated side dish that's surprisingly easy to make. Perfectly tender asparagus spears are artfully arranged and drizzled with a luscious mustard sauce, topped with delicate egg ribbons for a touch of luxury. Impress your guests with this stunning and delicious recipe!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 184.9 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Asparagus Fans With Mustard Sauce

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 lbs fresh green asparagus spears
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, minced
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 3 cups water, plus more to cover eggs
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

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How to Make Asparagus Fans With Mustard Sauce

  1. Gently peel the lower third of the asparagus spears with a vegetable peeler.
  2. Bring 3 cups of salted water to a boil in a large skillet. Add the asparagus, partially cover, and return to a boil over high heat.
  3. Boil for 4-5 minutes, until tender-crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  4. While the asparagus cooks, prepare the eggs: Gently lower the eggs into a saucepan with enough boiling water to cover. Cook at a very gentle simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Immediately transfer the eggs to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let cool completely (at least 15 minutes).
  6. Once cool, peel and slice the eggs. For elegant ribbons, use an egg slicer; or finely chop with a sharp knife.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, heavy cream, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Arrange the asparagus spears on a serving platter, positioning the stem ends close together, creating a fan effect.
  9. Drizzle the mustard sauce over the lower third of the asparagus spears.
  10. Sprinkle the sliced eggs and chives over and around the asparagus.
  11. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

11g

Carbs

4g