Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Prosciutto wrapped asparagus is a traditional Italian antipasto of Spring asparagus wrapped in cured prosciutto ham and baked in the oven.
Equipment
- Chef Knife
- Saucepan
- Baking tray
Ingredients
- 1 large bunch of asparagus spears
- Prosciutto slices (enough to wrap the asparagus spears)
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 200°C.
- Trim the woody ends from the asparagus spears. Add them to the boiling water and blanch for 2-3 minutes until just soft enough to be pierced by a fork but still firm.
- Drain the asparagus and immediately run under cold water to stop them cooking then put them on a tea towel or kitchen paper to dry for a few minutes.
- When the asparagus is dry, season with some salt. Then wrap 3 spears in a slice of prosciutto and repeat until you have used up all the asparagus. Place on a baking tray and bake int he oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the prosciutto is crispy, then serve.