Spring Asparagus and Poached Egg

Seasonal asparagus spears gently pan-cooked in stock and butter, served with soft poached eggs and a light reduction sauce.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 153.1 kcals 612.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 3.2 grams 12.6 grams
Fat 12.1 grams 48.2 grams
Protein 8.2 grams 32.8 grams
Cook Time
10 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
5
ml
White Wine Vinegar
For poaching water
5
ml
Sherry Vinegar
Alternative to balsamic vinegar, to taste
5
ml
Balsamic Vinegar
Alternative to sherry vinegar, to taste
Dairy
4
piece
Eggs
Free-range
15
g
Butter
A knob
Liquids
NutsSeeds
1
pinch
Salt
To taste
1
pinch
Black Pepper
Freshly ground, to taste
OilsFats
15
ml
Vegetables
12
piece
Asparagus
Large spears, woody parts removed

Steps

  • Soak asparagus in a bowl of iced water to freshen and enhance color.
  • Boil a large pan of water and add the white wine vinegar.
  • Stir the water to create a whirlpool and poach eggs for three minutes until whites are set.
  • Remove eggs with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a pan and roll 10 asparagus spears in the oil.
  • Add chicken stock, butter, salt, and pepper then cover with a lid.
  • Cook gently for four minutes, adding more stock if the pan becomes dry.
  • Remove cooked asparagus and reduce the remaining liquid by half.
  • Whisk in a little butter and vinegar to thicken the sauce.
  • Thinly slice the remaining two raw asparagus spears lengthwise.
  • Serve asparagus and eggs in bowls topped with sauce and raw asparagus shavings.