Orange-Glazed Asparagus

Orange-Glazed Asparagus
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  • COOK TIME
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Tender asparagus spears, kissed with the bright, citrusy aroma of orange, transform into an elegant side dish. This simple skillet preparation elevates the humble asparagus, making it a perfect accompaniment to roasted poultry or grilled fish.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    9 g
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    4 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    149 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Gently toss the prepared asparagus with the sea salt in a medium bowl. Arrange the asparagus in a large (12-inch) skillet with a tight-fitting lid. Pour the olive oil and orange juice over the asparagus in the skillet. At this stage, the asparagus can be prepped a few hours in advance and kept covered in the refrigerator. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Approximately 10 minutes before you intend to serve, place the skillet over high heat. Once the asparagus begins to steam vigorously, set a timer for 4 minutes. Continue to cook, covered, until the asparagus is tender-crisp, testing for doneness with the tip of a sharp knife. (Cook time: 4-6 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Carefully transfer the cooked asparagus to a warmed serving dish, arranging the spears attractively. If desired, add the orange zest to the skillet (reserve some zest for garnishing). Continue to cook the pan juices over medium-high heat until they reduce to a glistening glaze consistency, approximately 2-3 minutes. Drizzle the fragrant orange glaze over the asparagus. Garnish with the reserved orange zest, if desired, and serve immediately. (Glaze reduction: 2-3 minutes)

For best results, use freshly squeezed orange juice. Bottled juice lacks the vibrant flavor of fresh.
Don't overcook the asparagus! The goal is to achieve a tender-crisp texture.
Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the glaze for a touch of heat.
A knob of butter stirred into the glaze at the very end adds richness and shine.
If you don't have a lid for your skillet, you can tent the asparagus with aluminum foil.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 69 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Opal Hettingerkris

    This recipe is so simple, yet the results are incredibly flavorful! The orange glaze really elevates the asparagus.

  • Adrian Mitchell

    I didn't have fresh oranges, so I used bottled orange juice. It was still good, but I'll definitely try it with fresh oranges next time.

  • Anastasia Hudson

    I made this for Easter dinner and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the bright, citrusy flavor.

  • Elias Abbott

    I added a squeeze of lemon juice to the glaze and it was delicious!

  • Lawson Sipes

    Quick, easy, and delicious – perfect for a weeknight side dish!

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