Seeds Free Steamed Asparagus with Brown Butter
Tender asparagus spears meet a deeply nutty, golden brown butter in one of the most satisfying ways to let a simple vegetable shine. The quick skillet-steaming method keeps the spears bright green and just-tender — that perfect bend without any flop — before they get a glossy pour of butter that smells absolutely incredible. Fresh parsley and optional thyme add a herby lift that makes the whole dish feel a little fancy without any real effort. For anyone navigating seed-free eating, this recipe is a genuinely clean option — no hidden seed oils, no tahini, no poppy or sesame sneaking in through a dressing or coating. It's just butter, fresh herbs, salt, and good asparagus doing exactly what they're supposed to do. Serve it straight from the platter while the brown butter is still warm and fragrant, because this is one of those dishes that really doesn't wait.
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4 servings
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, woody ends snapped off
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Arrange the asparagus in a single layer in a large skillet. Add enough cold water to reach about 1/4 inch up the sides of the pan. Cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then steam for 3–5 minutes, until the spears are bright green and just tender when pierced at the thickest point with a paring knife — they should bend slightly but not flop.
- 2
Transfer the asparagus to a serving platter using tongs and discard the steaming water. Pat the skillet dry or use a separate small light-colored saucepan for the butter.
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