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Asparagus a la Flamande

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As the name Asparagus a la Flamande implies this is an asparagus dish from Belgium. This recipe is very easy and makes the best of first of the season asparagus which many people ignore. As a starter, it is striking and with the flavoured eggs creates a perfect standard of what’s to come after.

Asperges à la flamande - TheRecipe.Website

Asparagus a la Flamande

This is a healthy vegetarian dish from Belgium that is a lovely starter and also side dish.
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Course: Side Dish, Starter
Cuisine: Belgium
Keyword: Dairy, Eggs, Herbs, Nuts, Vegetables, Vegetarian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 195kcal

Ingredients
 

Instructions

  • Unless the asparagus are very thin, peel away the tough outer skin using a vegetable peeler.
    2 lbs asparagus
  • Tie them in a bundle with kitchen twine and drop into a large pot of boiling water.
  • Cook uncovered until tender, 10 to 20 minutes depending on thickness.
  • Remove the asparagus from the water and drain on a towel.
  • Mash the eggs with a fork in a small bowl.
    3 large eggs
  • Add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine.
    6 tbsp butter, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 4 tbsp parsley, 2 grates nutmeg, 1 pinch salt, 1 pinch ground pepper
  • Arrange the asparagus on a serving platter or individual plates and spoon the egg mixture on top, leaving the ends of the asparagus uncovered.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

Try a grating of fresh nutmeg for additional flavour.

Nutrition

Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 142mg | Potassium: 91mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 8g

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