Keeping pre-cooked asparagus crisp

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I would like to pre-blanch some asparagus to dress and serve later as a salad. Will it stay crisp?



Best Answer

Just make sure that you shock the asparagus in iced water after you blanch it. The reason some/most vegetables become limp after blanching is because they have been heated and continue to cook on residual heat. An ice bath, or just running it under cold tap water will stop the cooking process and preserve the crispness.




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Quick Answer about "Keeping pre-cooked asparagus crisp"

Another way to prevent overcooking is to shock the asparagus in an ice bath. Once you remove asparagus from the heat, pour the veggies in a bowl of ice-cold water. The cold water will stop the cooking process as well as bring out the vegetable's naturally bright color and maintain its crisp texture.

How do you keep asparagus crisp?

Stand the spears upright in a glass containing 1-2cm of water, cover with a plastic bag and store in the fridge. If space is an issue, wrap the spears in a clean, damp tea towel and store in the crisper section of the fridge. This way your asparagus spears will stay crisp for up to three days.

How do you store cooked asparagus?

Cooked or roasted asparagus can be stored in the fridge, but you'll need to use it as soon as possible. This is because the vegetable will become softer the longer it's stored. While in the refrigerator, the cooked asparagus should be wrapped in aluminum foil or a plastic bag.

Is cooked asparagus good the next day?

When it comes to cooked asparagus, it retains quality for about 3 to 5 days in the fridge. Just like with its uncooked counterpart, freezing is how you preserve it for longer.

Can I cook asparagus ahead of time?

Oven roasted asparagus recipe is one that you'll find on our dinner table all year 'round! Just a few simple ingredients. The spears can be prepared, trimmed, and seasoned ahead of time and roasted before serving.



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