Sautéed Asparagus Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Asparagus

   Rinse the asparagus under cold water to remove any dirt or debris. Trim the tough ends of the asparagus by snapping them off or cutting them with a knife. The asparagus will naturally break at the right point.

2. 2

   Mince the Garlic

   Peel the garlic cloves and finely mince them using a knife or a garlic press. Set aside.

3. 3

   Heat the Olive Oil

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Allow the oil to warm up for about 1-2 minutes until it starts to shimmer.

4. 4

   Sauté the Asparagus

   Add the trimmed asparagus to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the asparagus is bright green and tender-crisp.

5. 5

   Add Garlic and Seasonings

   In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the minced garlic to the skillet. Continue to sauté, stirring frequently to prevent the garlic from burning. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Finish with Lemon Juice

   Remove the skillet from heat and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the sautéed asparagus. Toss gently to combine.

7. 7

   Serve

   Transfer the sautéed asparagus to a serving dish and enjoy immediately as a side dish.