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German White Asparagus

10-Minute German Asparagus Recipe

This quick and easy German asparagus recipe highlights tender white asparagus with a buttery lemon finish. It’s a perfect side dish or light meal that comes together in just 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: German
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb white asparagus or green asparagus
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Vegetable peeler
  • Chef’s knife
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. Peel white asparagus and trim the ends. For green asparagus, snap off the tough ends.
  2. Bring water to a boil, adding sugar, salt, and lemon juice. Boil asparagus for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Drain and place on a serving platter. Drizzle melted butter and squeeze lemon juice over.
  4. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.