Recipes Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus Pan-Fried Asparagus 4.6 (1,795) 1,233 Reviews 98 Photos Learn how to cook asparagus on the stove by pan-frying it in butter with garlic for a delicious Italian-style side dish. My family (even the kids) love asparagus cooked this way! Submitted by Kim Updated on February 8, 2024 Save Rate Print Share 98 98 98 98 98 Making asparagus on the stove couldn’t be easier or more delicious. This pan-fried asparagus recipe will quickly become a mainstay in your side dish rotation. How to Cook Asparagus On the Stove You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe below, but let's go over the basics: How to Season Pan-Fried Asparagus This pan-fried asparagus is simply seasoned with coarse salt, ground black pepper, and fresh garlic. How to Cook Asparagus In a Pan Here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make this simple stovetop asparagus recipe: Melt the butter in a pan. Stir in the oil, seasonings, and garlic. Add the asparagus and cook until it’s fork-tender. What to Serve With Pan-Fried Asparagus Recipe creator and Allrecipes Allstar Kim suggests serving this pan-fried asparagus recipe with shrimp scampi for a “perfect pairing.” Here are more delicious serving options: Perfect Chicken Sirloin Steak With Garlic Butter Baked Salmon How to Store Pan-Fried Asparagus This pan-fried asparagus is best the day it’s cooked. However, if you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise “This is by far the best asparagus I've ever had,” raves Marie0654. “I added mushrooms just because I love them. I'd share a picture but it didn't last long enough on our plates.” “I made this to go with Chef John's spaghetti alla carbonara,” says Linda Rheuark Certuche. “It was the perfect side dish. I always made asparagus like this but never considered adding garlic. Yummo!” “I loved the recipe,” according to Amy. “Very easy and very quick. I like my asparagus a bit less crispy so I covered the pan for two minutes at the end and it came out perfect.” Editorial contributions by Corey Williams Pan-Fried Asparagus 4.6 (1,795) Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings: 4 Save Rate Print Share Ingredients ¼ cup butter 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon coarse salt ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound fresh asparagus spears, trimmed Directions Gather all ingredients. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil, salt, and pepper; cook and stir until garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Add asparagus and cook until fork-tender, turning asparagus often to ensure even cooking, about 10 minutes. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Serve and enjoy! Dotdash Meredith Food Studios I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 188 Calories 18g Fat 5g Carbs 3g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Calories 188 % Daily Value * Total Fat 18g 24% Saturated Fat 8g 42% Cholesterol 31mg 10% Sodium 525mg 23% Total Carbohydrate 5g 2% Dietary Fiber 2g 9% Total Sugars 2g Protein 3g 6% Vitamin C 7mg 8% Calcium 36mg 3% Iron 8mg 43% Potassium 247mg 5% * 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. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved