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Pan-Fried Asparagus with Onions

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"Everyone that I make this for absolutely loves it! The onions are a great flavor contrast to the asparagus. This vegetable dish pairs as a great side with everything...fish, meat, chicken, or pasta." — Laurie Brenner

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1 tablespoon butter
1 pound asparagus, trimmed
1 tablespoon butter

1/4 cup sliced onion
1 pinch onion salt, or to taste

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Directions

Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook and stir asparagus in melted butter until bright green, but still firm, 3 to 4 minutes.
Stir 1 tablespoon butter and onion into asparagus; sprinkle with onion salt.
Cook and stir until onion is slightly browned and asparagus are tender, 3 to 5 minutes.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 6 mins
READY IN 16 mins

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Mar 27, 2012

This is a perfectly simple method to prepare asparagus. You can never go wrong w/butter and the onions add a nice touch. We paired these with grilled delmonico steaks and it was a marriage made in heaven. I really like that these are pan fried as opposed to my go to roasting method for when the oven is otherwise occupied. THANKS for the recipe, Laurie Brenner!

—lovestohost

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Apr 15, 2012

Awesome:) I subbed EVOO for the butter and sea salt for the onion (didn't have any). Simple and delicious, thanks for the recipe:)

—Jog Dish

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14 Ratings

Mar 28, 2012

Absolutely delicious!!

—Michele

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Dec 19, 2012

Very good, basic recipe - easy to make and goes with everything!

—KUL567

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May 31, 2012

Five star for a very good quick and easy basic recipe! I wasn't in the mood for the butter flavor so used extra virgin olive oil instead. Also, used a sweet red onion because that's what I had on hand and it turned out great because the sweeter flavor was divine! Didn't use any seasoning because decided ahead of time to serve garnished with fresh finely shredded parmesan and sliced (julienne style) pre-cooked pancetta instead.

—Deeli

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Jun 18, 2012

Simple, yet delicious!

—katyargenzio

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Oct 08, 2012

Can't go wrong with onion and asparagus!

—Ldyparadox99

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Sep 21, 2012

I have never tried this with onion salt, but I won't eat asparagus any other way than pan fried in butter. It is soo yummy. I like to leave it tender crisp, or I like to cook it until the ends are darkened. Both ways are delicious. I sprinkle mine with sesame seeds when I serve, as it adds just a little something extra. My kids love the sesame seeds on there too.

—busy mom of 5

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Nutrition

Calories
78 kcal
4%

Carbohydrates
5.4 g
2%

Cholesterol
15 mg
5%

Fat
5.9 g
9%

Fiber
2.5 g
10%

Protein
2.7 g
5%

Sodium
126 mg
5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Pan-Fried Asparagus with Onions

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 78
Calories from Fat: 53

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.9g 9 %
Saturated Fat 3.7g 18 %
Cholesterol 15mg 5 %
Sodium 126mg 5 %
Potassium 246mg 7 %
Total Carbohydrates 5.4g 2 %
Dietary Fiber 2.5g 10 %
Protein 2.7g 5 %
** Sugars 2.5g
Vitamin A 21 %
Vitamin C 12 %
Calcium 4 %
Iron 25 %
** Thiamin 16 %
Niacin 13 %
Vitamin B6 7 %
Magnesium 6 %
Folate 34 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.