This Asparagus and Sliced Ham dish is traditionally made with Serrano ham, but tastes great with any deli thin sliced ham, chicken or turkey.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 pound asparagus (young and tender, washed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 shallots (minced)
- 1/4 pound thinly sliced serrano ham (or deli ham, chicken or turkey)
Preparation:
- Cut the thick ends off the asparagus. If you can't find young and tender asparagus, you can peel the skin of older, larger stalks.
- In a large skillet, pour the oil and water. Turn heat to medium.
- Place the asparagus in the skillet and cook until the water is evaporated and the asparagus is fork tender (3 to 5 minutes depending on the thickness of the asparagus).
- Add the minced shallots and toss to coat the asparagus.
- Remove the asparagus to a serving platter. Using the same skillet heat the Serrano ham or sliced deli meat for about 45 seconds.
- Arrange the ham/deli meat around the asparagus on the serving platter and serve immediately.
