Bo's Famous Garlic Asparagus
Elevate your side dish game with Bo's Famous Garlic Asparagus, a vibrant and flavorful recipe that celebrates crisp-tender asparagus coated in a luscious garlic butter sauce. This quick 20-minute dish combines the richness of unsalted butter with the brightness of fresh lemon juice, while a touch of red pepper flakes adds just the right amount of heat. Sautéed to perfection in olive oil and seasoned with garlic, salt, and pepper, this asparagus recipe achieves a balance of bold flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect as a sophisticated accompaniment to any main course or a stand-alone vegetable side, Bo's Famous Garlic Asparagus is sure to become a go-to favorite for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Directions
Step 1
Trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears (approximately 1-2 inches) and rinse them under cold water. Pat dry with a clean towel.
Step 2
Mince the garlic cloves finely and set aside.
Step 3
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and bubbling.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Step 5
Add the asparagus to the skillet, tossing to coat the spears evenly in the garlic butter.
Step 6
Season the asparagus with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Continue to sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the asparagus is bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 7
Drizzle the lemon juice over the asparagus and give it a final toss in the skillet.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the asparagus to a serving platter. Serve immediately while hot. Enjoy Bo’s Famous Garlic Asparagus as a perfect side dish!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (523.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 440.9 |
| Total Fat 38.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1195.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 22.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.0g | |
| Protein 11.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 134.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 992.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories