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ASPARAGUS WITH DIPPING SAUCES



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Make and share this Asparagus With Dipping Sauces recipe from Food.com.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

24 asparagus spears, trimmed
1 lemon, juice of
3 ounces butter, cut into small chunks
1 ounce parmesan cheese, finely grated (or vegetarian alternative)
1/2 red chili pepper
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 lime, juice of
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 garlic cloves, crushed
5 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • To make the Parmesan butter, tip the lemon juice into a small saucepan and, over a very low heat, add the butter. Melt and stir the butter into the lemon juice until you have a smooth sauce, add the Parmesan and season to taste, then set aside.
  • To make the Asian dressing, using a pestle and mortar, crush the chili with the brown sugar, then stir in the lime juice until the sugar has dissolved. Stir through the soy sauce and sesame oil, then set aside.
  • For the garlic mayonnaise, mix all the ingredients together. Decant the sauces into 3 serving dishes.
  • Bring a large pan of water to the boil and cook the asparagus for 2-3 mins until just tender. Drain well and serve steaming hot in a pile for everyone to help themselves and dip into the sauce of their choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.4, Fat 35.9, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 56.7, Sodium 627.9, Carbohydrate 15.4, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 4.2, Protein 6.3

ASPARAGUS WITH WASABI-MAYONNAISE DIP



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Categories     Mayonnaise     Wasabi     Asparagus     Spring     Gourmet

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 lb thin to medium asparagus, trimmed
1 cup mayonnaise
4 teaspoons soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons wasabi paste

Steps:

  • Blanch asparagus in 2 batches in a large saucepan of boiling salted water 1 minute. Transfer to a colander and rinse under cold running water to stop cooking. Drain well and pat dry.
  • Whisk together mayonnaise, soy sauce, sugar, lemon juice, and wasabi paste until sugar is dissolved.
  • Serve asparagus with dip.

ASPARAGUS WITH TARRAGON DIPPING SAUCE



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Make and share this Asparagus with Tarragon Dipping Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Vegetable

Time 12m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 lbs thin asparagus, cut into 5 inch spears
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons minced shallots
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 pinch ground red pepper

Steps:

  • Bring 4 quarts of salted water to a boil in a large pot.
  • Add the asparagus, return to a boil, and cook about 2 minutes or until just tender.
  • Rinse and drain under cold running water.
  • Pat asparagus dry with paper towels.
  • For tarragon sauce, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, shallots, tarragon, lemon juice, salt, freshly ground pepper, and red pepper in a small bowl until well mixed.
  • Arrange asparagus on a platter and serve with tarragon sauce.
  • Makes 20 servings.
  • Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare asparagus and sauce as directed above.
  • Wrap and refrigerate asparagus and sauce for up to 24 hours.

BATTER FRIED ASPARAGUS WITH HERB OR LEMON DIPPING SAUCES



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Fresh asparagus spears are dipped in a seasoned wine-batter and fried until crispy and golden brown. This is a perfect recipe to disguise vegetables for picky eaters. Serve them as a side dish, appetizer, or anytime snack with either one or both of the dipping sauces. COOK'S TIP: Keep this easy wine-batter recipe on hand to use with other vegetables as well as seafood, fish, and chicken tenders.

Provided by Feast Your Eyes

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

24 -30 fresh asparagus spears, washed and trimmed
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg, lightly beaten
2/3 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
kosher salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
cayenne pepper, to taste
corn or vegetable oil
2 -3 tablespoons chopped herbs (chervil, tarragon, parsley and chives)
1/2 cup good quality mayonnaise
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 cup good quality mayonnaise

Steps:

  • After cutting off the tough stems of the asparagus, wash well and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Place oven rack in the middle position; preheat oven to 200°F
  • In a bowl wide enough to easily batter-coat the spears, add the flour, egg, wine, lemon zest, onion powder, celery salt, Kosher salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Whisk together until well blended; batter should be on the thickish side. Let sit at least one (1) hour.
  • For the dipping sauces:.
  • HERB: Mix all of the herbs with the mayonnaise, season to taste. Chill, covered, until ready to serve.
  • LEMON: Stir together all the ingredients in a small bowl. Chill, covered, until ready to serve
  • Blanch the asparagus spears in boiling water. Drain, immediately run VERY cold water over them; blot dry on paper towels and set aside.
  • Heat 3 inches oil in a 3 to 4-quart heavy saucepan over moderately high heat until it registers 375°F on a deep-fat thermometer. (COOK'S TIP: Remember to return the oil to 375°F between batches of asparagus.).
  • Dip the asparagus spears ONE-AT-A-TIME in the batter - Coat completely. Gently lower the spear into the hot oil. Repeat with remaining asparagus spears, but DO NOT CROWD. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, turning with a slotted spoon until lighlty golden.
  • Remove each asparagus spear with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined baking sheet; if desired, sprinkle lightly with Kosher salt. Keep warm in the pre-heated oven for up to 20 minutes.
  • Serve warm with one or both of the dipping sauces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.6, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 34.1, Sodium 225.4, Carbohydrate 21.8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 2.9, Protein 3.8

ASPARAGUS WITH GARLIC DIP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Trim 3 bunches asparagus; peel the bottoms. Boil until tender, 4 to 5 minutes; drain and cool. Peel the cloves from 4 heads garlic and cook in 1/2 cup olive oil over low heat until soft, 30 minutes. Drain, reserving the oil. Puree the garlic with 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon mayonnaise, 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar, 1 teaspoon dijon mustard and 1/4 cup water. Blend in 1/4 cup of the garlic oil. Season with salt, pepper and chopped chives; serve with the asparagus.

ASPARAGUS WITH WASABI-MAYONNAISE DIP



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Adapted from Cooking Live, this is excellent! You may add more wasabi if you want more kick! This is good with other vegetables, meat, sandwiches and crackers!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 lbs thin to medium asparagus, trimmed
1 cup mayonnaise
4 teaspoons soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (or more, to taste)
2 -3 teaspoons wasabi paste (to taste)

Steps:

  • Blanch the asparagus in 2 batches in a large saucepan of boiling salted water for 1 minute.
  • Move to a colander and rinse under cold running water to stop it from cooking.
  • Drain well and pat dry.
  • Whisk together mayonnaise, soy sauce, sugar, lemon juice, and wasabi paste until sugar is dissolved.
  • Serve asparagus with dip.
  • This dip is also good as a spread for sandwiches and as a topping for cooked veggies! Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.5, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 533.7, Carbohydrate 20.1, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 6.6, Protein 6.2

ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON-CAPER DIPPING SAUCE



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This is easy, yummy and looks elegant when served for company. I've also used the sauce for a "tarter" to dip for sweet potato fries.

Provided by IngridH

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1/2 cup light sour cream
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon capers, drained (or more)
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon thyme leaves, chopped
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 lbs asparagus
olive oil
kosher salt

Steps:

  • Mix together the mayo, sour cream, oil, capers, juice, thyme, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Trim asparagus and place in a shollow baking dish.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
  • Roast at 350 degrees for 10 minutes, or until desired degree of doneness.
  • Serve asparagus with sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.8, Fat 8.4, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 10.3, Sodium 177.6, Carbohydrate 7.2, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.2, Protein 3.4

ASPARAGUS WITH CREAMY MUSTARD SAUCE



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Spring is the season to take full advantage of the subtle, grassy flavors of asparagus and this easy sauce comes together in minutes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper
Simply Steamed Asparagus

Steps:

  • In a bowl, stir together 2 tablespoonsmayonnaise, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1tablespoon white-wine vinegar, and1 teaspoon Dijon mustard. Season withsalt and pepper. Drizzle over chilled Steamed Asparagus.

ASPARAGUS WITH HORSERADISH DIP



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This is a great hot weather party dip. Serve asparagus on a decorative platter with lemon wedges on the side for garnish. A great flavor variation is to use chopped garlic in place of the horseradish. -Mildred Lynn Caruso, Brighton, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 16 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 5

32 fresh asparagus spears (about 2 pounds), trimmed
1 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam until crisp-tender, 2-4 minutes. Drain and immediately place in ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Serve with asparagus.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 146mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASPARAGUS WITH THAI DIPPING SAUCE



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Make and share this Asparagus With Thai Dipping Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb asparagus
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon Thai fish sauce (or soy sauce)
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or cider vinegar)
1 garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon hot chili paste

Steps:

  • Break off tough ends of asparagus.
  • Bring large skillet of water to boil. Add asparagus and cook for 3 - 4 minutes or until it is bright green and stalks bend slightly.
  • Drain well and place on serving dish. (If serving chilled -- run asparagus under cold water to stop the cooking process and pat dry before combining with the sauce).
  • In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, sugar, fish sauce, water, vinegar and chili paste. Drizzle over asparagus or use as dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.1, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 373.8, Carbohydrate 13.3, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 5, Protein 3.9

TEMPURA ASPARAGUS WITH SOY DIPPING SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Tempura batter
16 asparagus spears
Canola oil, for frying
Salt and pepper
Soy sauce, for dipping

Steps:

  • Prepare tempura batter according to package directions. The trick to tempura is to keep the batter very cold. Trim stems on asparagus, dip asparagus into batter and fry in hot oil. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve with soy sauce.

ASPARAGUS WITH CREAMY DILL SAUCE



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Nothing says "spring" like a fresh crop of young asparagus. And this recipe superbly ushers in this wonderful season. The delicate cheese sauce and assorted seasonings nicely complement the tender stalks without being overwhelming. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
3 ounces cream cheese
1/2 cup whole milk
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, bring water and salt to a boil; add the asparagus. Cover and cook over medium heat until crisp-tender, about 6-8 minutes; drain. Transfer to a serving platter and keep warm. In the same skillet over low heat, stir cream cheese and milk until smooth. Stir in dill, garlic salt and pepper. Pour over asparagus.

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