How To Cook Asparagus In Water On The Stove
If using thin asparagus cook only for 1 to 2 minutes.
How to cook asparagus in water on the stove. Add the asparagus in an even layer. Heat butter or olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Simple methods like these let your fresh veggies shine.
Add a teaspoon of salt to the water. Add the asparagus and boil for 8 minutes or until asparagus is tender. Reduce the heat to medium or medium low until the water bubbles but no longer boils rapidly.
Cook for 2 minutes. Bring water to a boil. Add the prepared asparagus.
Add the asparagus and simmer. If the water doesn t cover the asparagus cover the pan. Bring the water to a boil on high heat.
Pour the asparagus pieces into the water slowly and gently to prevent boiling water from splashing onto you. When butter is melted add garlic and give it a quick stir to combine. Prepare the asparagus by washing them and trimming 1 2 inches off the bottom depending on how tough the bottoms are.
Drain in a colander.