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White asparagus with Hollandaise sauce, ham, and potatoes

Classic White Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce

A traditional European delicacy featuring tender white asparagus served with rich Hollandaise sauce, ham, and boiled potatoes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: European, German
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

White Asparagus
  • 1 lb white asparagus peeled and trimmed
  • 4 cups water for boiling
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp butter for flavor
Hollandaise Sauce
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1 pinch salt to taste
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper optional

Equipment

  • Vegetable Peeler
  • Large Pot
  • Whisk
  • Double Boiler

Method
 

  1. Bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil in a large pot. Add salt, sugar, and butter.
  2. Add the white asparagus spears and simmer for 8–12 minutes, until fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a heatproof bowl, whisk together egg yolks and lemon juice.
  4. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) and whisk constantly.
  5. Slowly drizzle in the melted butter, whisking until the sauce thickens.
  6. Remove from heat and season with salt and cayenne pepper.
  7. Drizzle the warm Hollandaise sauce over the cooked white asparagus and serve immediately.

Notes

This dish pairs beautifully with boiled potatoes, ham, smoked salmon, poached eggs, or crusty bread.
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