ASPARAGUS WITH HORSERADISH VINAIGRETTE

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Perfect side dish or appetizer for your upcoming Easter or Passover/Pesach celebration! You should be able at this time of year to find fresh horseradish but if not, substitute with jarred (I like Bubbies® brand because it is about as close to fresh as you can get). Skip the egg if you want the vegan option. C/O NY Times....

Provided by C G

Categories     Vegetable Appetizers

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lb fresh asparagus
2-3 Tbsp mixed fresh herbs (fresh!) (i used fresh chives from our garden but i think that dill or tarragon would be good, too!)
1 hard-boiled egg
HORSERADISH VINAIGRETTE:
2 Tbsp freshly grated horseradish
1 medium shallot, peeled and finely chopped
1/4 c champagne vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
freshly cracked black pepper
salt, to taste
1/3 c olive oil or similar oil (greatly reduced from 1 cup but add more if desired)

Steps:

  • 1. Note: The original recipe calls for boiling the asparagus which you can do. However, I much prefer either lightly steaming, pan/outdoor grilling or roasting asparagus for superior taste and texture.
  • 2. In a small glass bowl whisk together the vinaigrette ingredients. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Best if the vinaigrette is prepared 1 hour in advance.
  • 3. Once you have cooked the asparagus now arrange the spears on a serving platter.
  • 4. Pour the vinaigrette evenly over the asparagus.
  • 5. Sprinkle the chopped herb(s) over the asparagus and garnish with the hard boiled egg. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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