Kittencal's Pan-Fried Asparagus

Submitted by Kittencalrecipezazz

"I like to make this as soon as asparagus season roles around ---try not to purchase thick asparagus as it tends to be tough, you may adjust the garlic amount to taste, I have left the chili flakes as optional I like to add them in for heat :)"

 

• Ready In: 17mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 2-4

ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
• 1⁄4 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
• 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes (optional or to taste)
• 1⁄2 lb fresh asparagus (tough ends removed)
• fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
• freshly grated parmesan cheese (to taste)

directions

1. In a large skillet melt butter with oil over medium heat.
2. Add in kosher salt, garlic and crushed chili flakes (if using) cook stirring for about 1 minute (do not brown the garlic).
3. Add in asparagus and cook for about 8-10 minutes turning the spears to ensure even cooking.
4. Season with freshly ground black pepper.
5. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Reviews

[nsomniak6]

I used 1 lb. asparagus and increased the butter by one Tbsp. and I added about 1 tsp. lemon juice right at the end of the cooking time to brighten the flavor. This was a great recipe!

 

[Lorrainz]

I made this recipe and just have to say Great! Kittencal you have done it again. I enjoy all of your recipes that I try. Thank you

 

[Montana Heart Song]

I thought I had reviewed this. But I hadn't. I use this recipe every time I have fresh asparagus.<br/>It is so good!. And It is not labor intensive. The smaller the asparagus, the tastiest because it is so melt in your mouth good!

 

[Heartspell]

AWESOME! You never fail me Kittencal! Did I mention this was Awesome?! LOL

 

[KateL]

Perfection. Forgot to add the parmesan cheese, but we gobbled these up anyway. Made for Zaar Cookbook Tag.