Pan-Fried Asparagus

Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings

Description

Learn how to cook asparagus on the stove by pan-frying it in butter with olive oil and garlic for a flavorsome, family-pleasing vegetable side dish.

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound fresh asparagus spears, trimmed

Directions

1 Gather all ingredients.
2 Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil, salt, and pepper; cook and stir until garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds.
3 Add asparagus and cook until fork-tender, turning asparagus often to ensure even cooking, about 8 to 10 minutes.
4 Serve and enjoy!