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Crispy Roasted Asparagus Recipe with Easy Creamy Hollandaise Sauce

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A simple yet delicious recipe featuring crispy roasted asparagus paired with a smooth, creamy hollandaise sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight meals or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • 3 large egg yolks, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and warm
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper or a few drops of hot sauce (optional)
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Rinse the asparagus under cool water and pat dry thoroughly. Trim off the woody ends (about 1 to 2 inches). Toss the asparagus with olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemon zest if using.
  3. Spread the asparagus in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
  4. Roast in the oven for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping the stalks halfway through (around 7 minutes) until tender with crispy, slightly charred tips.
  5. While asparagus roasts, melt the butter gently. In a heatproof bowl, whisk egg yolks with lemon juice until smooth and slightly thickened. Place the bowl over simmering water (double boiler). Slowly drizzle in warm melted butter while whisking vigorously until sauce thickens and becomes creamy. Season with salt and cayenne or hot sauce if desired.
  6. Arrange roasted asparagus on a serving platter and drizzle with hollandaise sauce. Garnish with extra lemon zest or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid soggy asparagus. Keep bowls dry when making hollandaise to prevent sauce from breaking. If hollandaise separates, whisk in a teaspoon of warm water to bring it back together. Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Reheat leftovers gently to maintain texture.

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