Asparagus With Red Pepper Sauce Recipe

Name: Asparagus With Red Pepper Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 medium red or yellow bell peppers, cored and seeded; 1 small onion; 1 clove garlic, crushed; 1 small piece fresh or dried hot pepper; 1 tablespoon walnut oil; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 1/4 pounds trimmed asparagus; 1/2 pound yellow bell pepper, peeled, cored, and seeded, cut into 1/4-inch dice; Freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1
Coarsely chop the bell peppers and onion.
2
Place them in a heavy pot with the rest of the ingredients except the asparagus and the remaining yellow bell pepper.
3
Simmer, covered, over low heat for 30 minutes.
4
The mixture should be very soft.
5
Uncover and let it cool to room temperature.
6
Put the cooled mixture into a food processor or blender and puree until smooth.
7
Then press the sauce through a fine sieve to eliminate bits of skin.
8
Heat boiling water in the bottom of a steamer.
9
Put the asparagus in the steamer basket, cover, and cook until done, about three minutes.
10
Spoon some red pepper puree on each of four salad plates.
11
Arrange the asparagus neatly on top.
12
Garnish each plate with the diced pepper and a few grindings of black pepper.

109

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 medium red or yellow bell peppers, cored and seeded, 1 small onion, 1 clove garlic, crushed, 1 small piece fresh or dried hot pepper, and more.

Yes, Asparagus With Red Pepper Sauce falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Asparagus With Red Pepper Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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