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Pan Fried Asparagus Recipe

Pan Fried Asparagus Recipe

I absolutely love oven roasted asparagus, but I don’t always feel like turning on the oven. This is when this Pan Fried Asparagus recipe comes in super handy. It is just as tasty (maybe even more!) and it is insanely easy to make – this is how to pan fry asparagus!

Pan Fried Asparagus Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
  • 3 tbsp olive oil (separated)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp minced garlic or garlic powder

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, add asparagus, olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic and combine well.

Add another tablespoon of olive oil in a large cast iron pan or skillet that the asparagus can fit in, and heat on medium high.

Using tongs, add asparagus in to pan and let it cook for about 5 minutes. Then using tongs, turn asparagus to the other side for another 5 minutes or until desired tenderness.

pan fried asparagus

Remove from heat and serve!

pan fried asparagus
pan fried asparagus
Yield: 4 servings

Pan Fried Asparagus

Pan Fried Asparagus

Pan fried asparagus is such an easy way to make some tasty asparagus! It makes the perfect veggie side dish to any meal!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
  • 3 tbsp olive oil (separated)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp minced garlic or garlic powder

Instructions

    1. In a large mixing bowl, add asparagus, olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic and combine well.
    2. Add another tablespoon of olive oil in a large cast iron pan or skillet that the asparagus can fit in, and heat on medium high.
    3. Using tongs, add asparagus in to pan and let it cook for about 5 minutes. Then using tongs, turn asparagus to the other side for another 5 minutes or until desired tenderness.
    4. Remove from heat and serve!

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 118Total Fat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 598mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 2gSugar: 1gProtein: 3g

The nutrition information for this recipe is an approximate total per serving. Please double check the nutrition information for your exact ingredients and brands for more precise nutrition information.

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Donny

Monday 11th of January 2021

Sometimes simple is best and this is so good!

Erin

Sunday 10th of January 2021

I didn't actually know you could pan fry asparagus! I would've thought it'd take forever. Thanks for the recipe! Trying this soon.

jennifer

Sunday 10th of January 2021

All this is a new technique for me . . . I've only used in a skillet chopped up for stir fry. My hubby is going to love it -- favorite veggie!

Megan Stevens

Sunday 10th of January 2021

One of my favorite side dishes of all time, this recipe is simply perfect! Delicious!!! :)

Kelly

Friday 8th of January 2021

There's nothing better than pan fried flavor! The asparagus is so tender and delicious!

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