Crispy Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus
Tender asparagus spears wrapped in salty prosciutto and air fried until crisp. With only two ingredients, this simple low-carb recipe makes an easy appetizer, side dish or savoury snack.
Equipment
- Plate
Ingredients
- 18 thick asparagus spears woody ends trimmed
- 85 g prosciutto sliced lengthwise into 18 strips
Instructions
- Spiral-wrap one strip of prosciutto around each asparagus spear, starting at the bottom and stopping before the tip.
- Preheat the air fryer to 200°C for 3 minutes.
- Arrange the wrapped asparagus in the ungreased air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 6 minutes.
- Shake the basket to turn and redistribute the asparagus.
- Cook for another 6 minutes, until the asparagus is tender and the prosciutto is crisp.
- Transfer to a plate and serve warm.
Notes & Wine Advice
Serving Suggestions
Serve the asparagus warm as an Appetizer, Amuse or Side Dish. It pairs particularly well with chicken, fish or a larger selection of Vegetables.Recipe Notes
Use thick asparagus spears so they remain tender but firm while the prosciutto becomes crisp. There is no need to add salt because the prosciutto already provides plenty of seasoning. Leave the asparagus tips uncovered when wrapping for an attractive presentation.Variations
A squeeze of fresh lemon can be added immediately before serving for extra freshness. Freshly ground black pepper also works well, but additional salt is generally unnecessary. For the crispiest result, avoid overcrowding the Airfryer basket.Storage Advice
Allow leftovers to cool before transferring them to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat briefly in the air fryer until thoroughly hot and the prosciutto has become crisp again.Wine Advice
A fresh Sauvignon Blanc pairs well with the green flavour of asparagus and provides a crisp contrast to the salty prosciutto. A dry Pinot Grigio is another suitable choice, particularly with the Italian character of the dish.Nutrition values
Serving: 115 gr | Calories: 95 kcal | koolhydraten: 4 g | Eiwitten: 9 g | Vet: 5 g | Verzadigd vet: 1.5 g | Natrium: 480 mg | Suiker: 2 g