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Garlic Shrimp with Charred Asparagus and Hollandaise

22 min4 servings🍳 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: a plain egg$19.50380 cal · 36g protein

Ingredients

  • large shrimp1½ lb
  • fresh asparagus1½ lb
  • butter6 tbsp
  • garlic cloves5 cloves
  • egg yolks3
  • lemon juice2 tbsp
  • salt and cayenne pepperto taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Toss asparagus with salt and pepper, then char in a hot skillet for 6 minutes and transfer to a plate.

  2. 2

    In the same skillet, cook minced garlic in 2 tablespoons butter for 30 seconds, then add shrimp and cook 3 minutes per side until pink.

  3. 3

    Whisk egg yolks with lemon juice over barely simmering water, slowly drizzle in 4 tablespoons melted butter while whisking, and season with salt and cayenne.

  4. 4

    Plate shrimp and asparagus, drizzle with hollandaise, and serve.

Photo: Meg von Haartman / Unsplash