Description
Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce is a classic and elegant side dish that combines tender asparagus spears with a rich, velvety homemade Hollandaise sauce. Perfect for brunches, special occasions, or a gourmet weeknight meal, this recipe guides you through simple steps to create a restaurant-quality dish at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tsp water (if needed for sauce consistency)
Instructions
- Prepare the asparagus by washing and trimming the woody ends.
- Blanch the asparagus in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking.
- Make the Hollandaise sauce by whisking egg yolks and lemon juice over a double boiler, then slowly drizzling in melted butter until thickened.
- Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and cayenne, adjusting consistency with warm water if needed.
- Arrange the asparagus on a platter and generously drizzle with warm Hollandaise sauce before serving.
Notes
- Choose fresh, firm asparagus with tightly closed tips for the best results.
- Blanch asparagus just until tender-crisp to preserve texture and vibrant color.
- Keep Hollandaise sauce warm and serve immediately to prevent separation.
- For variations, try grilling the asparagus or adding citrus zest or fresh herbs to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 220 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
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