How To Cook Fresh Asparagus In Skillet
Melt butter in a skillet over medium high heat.
How to cook fresh asparagus in skillet. Directions step 1 heat a large cast iron or nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Then add the asparagus to a skillet with a half cup of water and salt and bring to a simmer. When the butter is foaming add the asparagus and shake the skillet from side to side a few times to coat the stalks.
Add butter to a heavy skillet over medium heat covered until butter begins to foam. If you want bite sized pieces now is the time to chop. Add oil to pan.
Stir in the olive oil salt and pepper. Add asparagus and cook for 10 minutes turning asparagus to ensure even cooking. If you want whole stalks your prep work is done.
Cover the pan and cook the asparagus for one to three minutes this depends on the size of your asparagus and how tender you like it.