Mena's Simple Steamed Asparagus
This is a quick and easy way to prepare a steamed asparagus side dish in the microwave.
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- Serves: 4 persons
Ingredients
- 1bunch fresh asparagus
- ¼cup water
- 1lemon
- ⅛teaspoon ground black pepper
- ⅛teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Step 1
Take each spear of asparagus and break it towards the end, wherever it naturally snaps, to remove woody ends. Place asparagus in a microwave-safe glass container with a lid. Pour in water.Step 2
Roll lemon on a flat work surface to release the juices; slice in half. Squeeze each half over the asparagus. Sprinkle with pepper and garlic powder.Step 3
Cover container and place in the microwave. Cook on high until tender-crisp, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.