Crispy Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus
Tender roasted asparagus individually wrapped in crisp, savory prosciutto and finished with fresh lemon juice.
Instructions
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Step 1
Preheat the oven to 220°C and place a rimmed baking sheet in easy reach.
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Step 2
Rinse the asparagus, trim off the woody ends, and dry the spears thoroughly.
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Step 3
Toss the prepared asparagus with the olive oil and black pepper until evenly coated.
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Step 4
Cut each prosciutto slice lengthwise into two strips. Wind one strip around each asparagus spear in a loose spiral.
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Step 5
Arrange the wrapped spears seam-side down in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake at 220°C until the asparagus is tender and the prosciutto is browned and crisp.
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Step 6
Transfer the wrapped asparagus to a serving platter and drizzle with the lemon juice. Serve promptly while crisp.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Keep prosciutto refrigerated until preparation. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and consume them within 3 days; reheat until steaming hot.
Risk factors
- perishable cured meat
- hot baking sheet and rendered fat