Asperges Flamandes Avec Sauce Hollandaise (flemish Asparagus With Hollandaise Sauce)
Asperges Flamandes avec Sauce Hollandaise, or Flemish Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce, is a classic Belgian dish that celebrates the arrival of spring. This simple yet elegant recipe highlights the delicate flavor of white asparagus, a beloved vegetable in Belgian cuisine. Paired with a rich and creamy hollandaise sauce, this dish is a true delight for the senses.
Ingredients
- 1 lb white asparagus, trimmed
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil.
- Add the trimmed asparagus to the boiling water and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and lemon juice.
- Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water, making sure the bottom of the bowl doesn't touch the water.
- Whisk the egg yolk mixture continuously while slowly drizzling in the melted butter. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens.
- Season the hollandaise sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Arrange the cooked asparagus on a serving platter and drizzle the hollandaise sauce on top.
- Serve the asparagus flamandes with hollandaise sauce immediately.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 8g
- Protein
- 6g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Large pot Heatproof bowl Whisk Serving platter
Tools
Knife Vegetable peeler
Serving suggestions
Asperges Flamandes avec Sauce Hollandaise is best served as an appetizer before a main course. Pair it with a crisp white wine to complement the flavors.
Tips & tricks
Be sure to peel the white asparagus before cooking to remove any tough outer layers. The hollandaise sauce should be made just before serving to ensure the best texture and flavor.
Cost
Medium