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[-] Buffaloaf@lemmy.world 154 points 2 years ago

I used to hate asparagus, but turns out it's because my mom and grandma would always boil it.

Pro-tip: don't do that, it's awful.

[-] Ibaudia@lemmy.world 45 points 2 years ago

I didn't even think you could do that to asparagus. That's seriously demonic.

[-] Semi-Hemi-Demigod@kbin.social 27 points 2 years ago

Whoever invented canned asparagus belongs in extra hell

[-] PunnyName@lemmy.world 5 points 2 years ago
[-] CarbonIceDragon@pawb.social 5 points 2 years ago

I actually liked canned spinach a lot as a kid, only vegetable I'd eat for a time. Still think it's okay, but prefer fresh, raw spinach these days

[-] kryptonianCodeMonkey@lemmy.world 36 points 2 years ago

Same with Brussel sprout. My step-dad would boil them. Tastes like a soggy sulfur fart. But cut them in half, toss them in a bit of oil, salt and pepper, roast them until crispy in the oven with, and they're delicious. Oddly sweet, even. Try with other seasonings to enhance further.

[-] RampantParanoia2365@lemmy.world 11 points 2 years ago

Actually it's best to roast, then add the pepper. Roasting burns the pepper.

[-] theneverfox@pawb.social 11 points 2 years ago

You can also steam them (without the oil), fry them (with oil), or put them on a grill (oil optional)

Boiling is just not a good way to cook veggies, it's just the lazy way

[-] bobs_monkey@lemm.ee 10 points 2 years ago

Lightly drizzle some balsamic vinaigrette on them before the oven

[-] agent_flounder@lemmy.world 5 points 2 years ago

Yes. The crispy bits get caramelized. It's amazing.

[-] FrostKing@lemmy.world 1 points 2 years ago

Some might say that it makes them less healthy, but a very light drizzle of honey before you cook them, and it becomes one of the best things you'll ever eat

[-] Theharpyeagle@lemmy.world 1 points 2 years ago

I love getting the steam bags of sprouts. So easy to steam them and then toss them in some oil and spices. Super easy and very tasty.

[-] PunnyName@lemmy.world 13 points 2 years ago

Blanche and shock are the only way I actually like asparagus.

I can tolerate a baked or sauteed spear, but the margin for error is too damned small, and either side of it makes it unpalatable.

[-] itslilith 7 points 2 years ago

boiled (or steamed) white asparagus is quite good, but green asparagus, yeah you should absolutely roast that instead

[-] some_guy@lemmy.sdf.org 4 points 2 years ago

I love steamed (not boiled) asparagus. Though for most of my life, vegetables were just a vehicle for butter and salt. I’ve pulled way back on how much I use in recent years.

My buddy makes the most delicious grilled asparagus. He’s a real pro and it’s a treat to bbq with him.

[-] agent_flounder@lemmy.world 3 points 2 years ago

Yeah boiled here too. I liked it sorta but discovered much later that roasted is way better.

[-] Resonosity@lemmy.ca 1 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

Same thing with Brussels sprouts. Don't boil. Toss in salt, pepper, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar, bake at like 425 for 20 minutes, you're welcome

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