Roast Asparagus with a Fried Egg
June 07, 2020
Asparagus and egg is a classic combination found in many cuisines. It’s a common staple in Japanese yakitori, and asparagus quiche is a standard southern dish.
This preparation is an italian classic that is great as a side dish or for a simple flavorful breakfast.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces asparagus, ends trimmed
- 2 eggs
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter, divided
This recipe can be suitable for diets:
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Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp of butter in a cast iron skillet over medium heat.
- Add asparagus, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender-crisp.
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- Transfer roasted asparagus to a plate.
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- Increase the heat to high. Add the remaining 1 tbsp of butter and the olive oil to the skillet.
- Crack the eggs into the hot pan, keeping them separate. Season with salt and pepper.
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- Cook for about 2 minutes, until the whites are set and the edges are crispy and browned.
- Place the fried eggs on top of the asparagus and serve immediately, with toast to soak up the runny yolk.
This recipe was adapted from:
The Crispy Fried Egg
Pasta Frittata
Bodega-style Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich
Written by Will Chiong who lives and works in New York building useful things.