Savory Pancetta Wrapped Asparagus recipe
Savor tender asparagus wrapped in crispy pancetta, bathed in a velvety lemon butter sauce with a hint of spice. A delightful appetizer or side dish bursting with flavor!
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Calories: 320kcal
Servings: 5 people
Equipment
- Pot for boiling water
- Bowl for ice water
- Baking rack
- Bowl and pot for double boiling
- Towel or secure surface for placing the bowl during whisking
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of asparagus do not use the extra big ones.
- 2 teaspoons herbs de Provence
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 5-6 slices of pancetta
- 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon of warm water may need more to thin out the sauce
- 2 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup clarified butter
- a few dashes of hot sauce use your favorite!
- a pinch of creole seasoning
- a pinch of cayenne pepper
- salt to taste
- extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Blanch asparagus in boiling salted water for 1-2 minutes, then chill in ice water.
- Drizzle asparagus with olive oil, herbs de Provence, and salt, then wrap with pancetta slices.
- Bake wrapped asparagus for 20-25 minutes until pancetta is crispy.
- Double boil lemon juice, water, and egg yolks until thickened.
- Slowly whisk in warm clarified butter until emulsified.
- Season sauce with hot sauce, creole seasoning, cayenne, and salt to taste.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 680mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 3g