Simple Asparagus Carbonara
“Simple Asparagus Carbonara is a delightful and convenient side dish. With just one skillet and 15 minutes, you can enjoy the reliable blend of speedy preparation and savory flavors, making it an excellent addition to any meal.”
Spring sides.
We are inching our way into warmer temps which means all the fresh produce!
Asparagus is wonderful this time of year. This vegetable is so versatile when comes to cooking. We've cooked it on the grill, roasted it in the oven, and for today’s recipe we are making a speedy version in a skillet.
This Simple Asparagus Carbonara is a new household favorite. Made with a few ingredients (like 5!!) it’s one of those recipes you’ll keep on back burner because it’s so speedy to make.
Ready to see what all the fuss is about?
What’s in this Simple Asparagus Carbonara?
One of a favorite things about this side dish besides its speedy cooking time is that you only need a handful of ingredients. Sound to good to be true? Well, for this recipe you will only need:
- Bacon
- Asparagus
- Egg yolk
- Unsalted butter
- Grated Parmesan
- salt and pepper
Tips for Making this Simple Asparagus Carbonara:
- Asparagus. If you can find thinner asparagus at the store we would grab a bundle. Thicker asparagus will only add to your cooking time.
- Bacon. We like using thicker cut bacon because it’s generally what we have on hand. If you have pancetta in the fridge that works too!
- Parmesan. Is there anything better? We keep a tub of grated Parmesan in the fridge because it will make any dish shine!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can we make this Vegetarian?
Yes! We would swap out the bacon for a plant based protein to use instead.
We're not a big fan of asparagus, what would be a good substitute?
If you aren’t into asparagus we would try using peas or carrots. Both would be a great veggie option and still pack a lot of flavor.
Can we make this dish ahead of time?
Since this dish is speedy to make, we would advise to make and serve it as is. Simply because you don’t want the asparagus to get soft.
Prep 5 minutesCook 10 minutesTotal 15 minutesMakes 4
Ingredients
- 4 ounces Bacon, finely chopped
- 1 lb Asparagus, cut diagonally
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 1 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp Finely grated Parmesan
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
Method
- Preheat a large non-stick skillet to medium high heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 3 to 5 minutes. Drain off the excess renderings, leaving just enough to coat the skillet.
- Next, add the asparagus and 2 tablespoons of water and cook over medium high heat until the asparagus is crisp-tender, about 2 to 4 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and immediately add in the egg yolks and butter to the skillet. Cook, tossing the asparagus, until the butter is melted.
- Toss in the Parmesan and season with salt and the pepper. Transfer to a bowl and enjoy!
