health
Fears for spears: how to cook asparagus without blanching
You can cook it in many ways without boiling water – grill, airfry, bake or even microwave
TL;DR
- Asparagus can be prepared without boiling water through grilling, air frying, baking, or microwaving.
- Raw asparagus can be shaved into thin strips for salads, offering a fresh flavor.
- Grilling involves coating spears in oil, cooking over high heat until charred, and then rolling in vinegar or preserves.
- Cooking directly over flames with olive oil, followed by salt and lemon, is another simple method.
- En papillote involves baking asparagus with butter, white wine, pepper, and herbs in a paper parcel.
- Microwaving asparagus with butter and salt for a short time can yield good results.
- Air frying asparagus with miso paste or serving it with fried eggs or chili crisp mayo are suggested.
- Tempura-style frying captures asparagus juiciness and flavor, seasoned with salt blended with dry fermented vegetables or seaweed.