Ingredients for Asparagus With Tarragon Butter
- Fresh Asparagus
- 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
- Fresh Tarragon
- Fresh Parsley
- Lemon, Rind Of
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt And Black Pepper
How to Make Asparagus With Tarragon Butter
- Trim the woody ends from 1 pound of asparagus spears.
- Bring about 1 inch of water to a boil in a large frying pan. Add the asparagus spears.
- Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp.
- Carefully drain the asparagus, reserving about 1 tablespoon of the cooking liquid.
- Arrange the asparagus spears on a warmed serving platter.
- In a small bowl, cream together 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) of unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh tarragon, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of black pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Gently heat the tarragon butter in a small saucepan over low heat for 1-2 minutes, or until melted and fragrant. If needed, stir in a teaspoon of the reserved asparagus cooking liquid to create a smoother sauce.
- Pour the warm tarragon butter generously over the asparagus spears.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
7 g
Sugar
13g
Fat
73g
Carbs
2g
