Asparagus cooked in a skillet and topped with a fragrant glaze. This zesty orange-glaze asparagus is the ideal side dish to pair with Cornish hens.
Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Calories
73 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Toss asparagus with salt. Arrange in a large (12-inch) skillet with a lid. Add oil and juice to skillet and cover. (The asparagus can be set up a few hours ahead.)
Step 2
About 10 minutes before serving time, turn burner on high. When asparagus starts to steam, set timer for 4 minutes. Cook until tender, checking at 4 minutes with the tip of a sharp knife.
Step 3
Transfer cooked asparagus to a serving dish. Add optional orange zest to skillet and continue to cook until pan juices reduce to a glaze consistency, 2 to 3 minutes longer. Pour over asparagus and serve.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 bunches medium-thick asparagus, tough ends snapped off
