Fresh Asparagus Patties Recipe

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Brief

Prep 20 mins

Cook: 15 mins

Total: 35 mins

Servings: 6

Yield: 6 patties

Fresh Asparagus Patties Recipe

Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus spears

salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

1 pinch cayenne pepper

or to taste

1 ounce Pecorino Romano cheese

⅓ cup plain dried bread crumbs

2 large eggs

1 tablespoon olive oil

or as needed

Side Dish

Directions

Step 1

Bring a pot of well salted water to a boil over high heat.

Step 2

Trim off up to 1 inch of the woody bottom parts of the asparagus. Cut asparagus in half if necessary to fit your pot.

Step 3

Transfer asparagus to the boiling water. Boil until slightly tender 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer asparagus to a bowl of very cold water using a slotted spoon. Let asparagus cool completely.

Step 4

Grate Pecorino Romano cheese finely using a rasp grater.

Step 5

Drain asparagus well and slice into very small pieces. Place in a bowl; season with salt and pepper. Add cayenne pepper grated Pecorino Romano cheese and bread crumbs. Mix in 1 egg to start. Add the second egg and continue mixing until well combined.

Step 6

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Scoop some of the asparagus mixture into the hot oil; flatten with a fork. Cook until bottom is browned about 4 minutes. Flip over and brown the other side about 4 minutes more.

Nutritional Information

Fresh Asparagus Patties Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:6

Calories: 100.9

% Daily Value *

Protein: 6.1g 12%

Carbohydrates: 7.6g 2%

Dietary Fiber: 1.8g 7%

Sugars: 1.9g

Fat: 5.6g 9%

Saturated Fat: 1.7g 9%

Cholesterol: 66.9mg 22%

Vitamin A Iu: 686.7IU 14%

Niacin Equivalents: 2.4mg 19%

Vitamin B6: 0.1mg 7%

Vitamin C: 4.3mg 7%

Folate: 54mcg 14%

Calcium: 88.3mg 9%

Iron: 2.3mg 13%

Magnesium: 17.2mg 6%

Potassium: 191.7mg 5%

Sodium: 151.4mg 6%

Thiamin: 0.2mg 16%

Calories From Fat: 50.3

*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.