Sep 01 2026

Asparagus Roll Recipe

Time25m
Serves6

Make Asparagus Roll Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Asparagus and filling

Method

Asparagus and filling

  1. 1

    Trim asparagus

    Trim the woody ends from the asparagus spears (about 1–1½ inches) so you have 12 tender spears of even length.

  2. 2

    Blanch asparagus

    Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus and blanch for 1 to 2 minutes until bright green and just tender. Immediately transfer to an ice bath (bowl of ice water) to stop cooking. Drain and pat dry on paper towels.

  3. 3

    Make filling

    In a mixing bowl combine ricotta, cream cheese, grated parmesan, lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped basil, salt and black pepper. Stir until smooth and well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning; filling should be slightly tangy and well seasoned.

Assembling and finishing

  1. 4

    Prepare wrappers

    Lay 12 slices of prosciutto or smoked salmon flat on a clean work surface. If slices are large, cut each in half lengthwise so each asparagus spear will be wrapped in a single long strip.

  2. 5

    Fill and roll

    Using a small spoon or piping bag, place about 1 tablespoon of the ricotta filling along the length of each prosciutto/salmon slice. Lay one asparagus spear at one end and roll tightly so the filling is enclosed. If needed, secure with a toothpick.

  3. 6

    Finish and serve

    Arrange the asparagus rolls on a platter. Drizzle lightly with 1 teaspoon olive oil and scatter microgreens or baby arugula if using. Serve immediately at room temperature as an appetizer, or chill up to 30 minutes before serving.

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