Asparagus With Beer And Honey Sauce Recipe

Elevate your dinner with this unique and flavorful asparagus side dish! Crisp-tender asparagus spears are tossed in a rich and subtly sweet beer and honey sauce, infused with aromatic thyme and garlic. Ready in under 15 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 136.8 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Asparagus With Beer And Honey Sauce

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Ingredients for Asparagus With Beer And Honey Sauce

  • Fresh Asparagus
  • Thyme Leaves
  • Dark Beer
  • Dijon Mustard
  • Garlic Clove
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of salt

How to Make Asparagus With Beer And Honey Sauce

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 pound of asparagus and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until crisp-tender.
  2. Immediately remove asparagus from boiling water and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine 1 tablespoon of fresh thyme leaves, 1/2 cup of beer (any light beer works well), 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 clove minced garlic, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Whisk the sauce ingredients together until well combined.
  5. Heat the sauce over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it gently simmers and slightly thickens (about 2-3 minutes).
  6. Remove the sauce from heat and pour it over the asparagus, gently tossing to coat evenly.
  7. Serve immediately as a delicious and sophisticated side dish.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

102g

Fat

0g

Carbs

10g