Asparagus with Herb Mayonnaise and Crispy Quail's Eggs

Classy asparagus starter served with homemade herb mayonnaise and deep-fried, bacon-crusted quail's eggs.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 721 kcals 2884 kcals
Carbohydrates 12.1 grams 48.2 grams
Fat 73.1 grams 292.5 grams
Protein 10.7 grams 42.8 grams
Cook Time
10 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
2
tbsp
CondimentsSauces
150
ml
Malt Vinegar
for soaking eggs
3
tbsp
White Wine Vinegar
split across mayo and salad
Dairy
12
piece
1
piece
Egg
beaten
1
piece
GrainsCereals
Meat
30
g
Smoked Bacon
finely chopped
NutsSeeds
1
tsp
Chives
chopped fresh
1
tsp
Chervil
chopped fresh
1
1
Salt
to taste
1
1
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
OilsFats
250
ml
Vegetable Oil
for deep frying
250
ml
1
tbsp
Vegetables
12
stalk
Asparagus
English stems
25
g

Steps

  • Prepare a bowl with 200ml water, vinegar, and a handful of ice.
  • Boil quail's eggs for exactly one minute, then transfer to the ice vinegar mixture for 30 minutes before peeling.
  • Set up three stations with flour, beaten egg, and a mix of bacon and breadcrumbs.
  • Dredge eggs in flour, dip in egg, and coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Heat oil in a heavy-based saucepan until a breadcrumb sizzles.
  • Deep fry eggs for 2-3 minutes until golden and drain on kitchen paper.
  • Blend herbs and rapeseed oil until smooth.
  • Whisk egg yolk, mustard, and vinegar, then slowly incorporate the herb oil to thicken.
  • Boil asparagus for 3-4 minutes, refresh in ice water, then toss with salad leaves, vinegar, and olive oil.
  • Plate the herb mayonnaise, top with salad and asparagus, and garnish with sliced eggs.