Microwave Asparagus with Sumac & Pecorino Romano
An easy to make side dish of asparagus enhanced with quality ingredients.
Servings 3 people
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus 1 to 1 ½ lbs
- ¼ cup Extra Virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup Pecorino Romano cheese
- 1 tsp cured or dried sumac
- kosher salt to taste
Instructions
- Cut the bottom 2 inches of the asparagus stalks off. They are too tough. They can be saved for stock making.
- Roll out the paper towel. Just get it slightly damp with water.
- Lay the asparagus out in a single layer. Add the salt and sumac.
- Roll up the paper towel with the asparagus inside.
- Place in the microwave for 3 to 4 minutes or until the asparagus is tender.
- Allow to sit in the microwave for 1 minute before removing. Use tongs to remove it.
- Gently unfold the towel and allow any steam to escape.
- Place into your serving dish. Drizzle on the oil and sprinkle on the cheese.
- Serve hot.