Flemish Style Asparagus Side Dish: An Elegant Twist on a Classic Vegetable
If you're looking for an easy yet elegant side dish that will impress your dinner guests, look no further than Flemish style asparagus! This simple preparation highlights the natural flavor of fresh springtime spears while infusing them with rich umami notes from Belgian beer – making it truly irresistible when paired alongside any protein or served family-style atop steamed rice or fluffy mashed potatoes.
In Belgium, where this traditional method hails from, cooks often use their local brew (Dubbel ale) in lieu of water; however feel free to substitute another fuller bodied craft stout if preferred since both options provide depth without overpowering delicate green stalks.
To prepare these tender gems yourself simply blanch whole unpeeled asparagus until crisp-tender then shock 'em under cold running H₂O so they retain vibrancy before sautéing lightly coated bundles together within residual steam created by adding splashes hot liquid during pan
