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Best Roasted Asparagus Recipe with Hot Honey and beer batter Crispy Topping

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Ingredients

Asparagus

  • 1 bunch thick asparagus about 450 g
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 30 ml
  • Salt to taste

Chorizo Hot Honey

  • 4 oz chorizo pork or beef (115 g)
  • 1 to 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar 15 to 30 ml
  • 1/2 cup honey 170 g
  • 1/2 tbsp cayenne pepper or to taste (3 g)
  • Salt to taste

Crispy Fry Bits

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour 120 g
  • 1/2 cup potato starch 60 g
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika 8 g
  • 1 tbsp baking powder 12 g
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt 15 g
  • 1 tbsp black pepper 8 g
  • About 1 cup beer adjusted as needed (240 ml)

To Finish

  • Pickled red onions
  • Whipped asparagus ricotta

Instructions

  • Toss the asparagus with olive oil and salt until evenly coated. Cook over an open flame, grill, or in a very hot pan or oven until deeply charred and tender, allowing dark spots to develop for maximum flavor.
  • Cook the chorizo in a small saucepan over medium heat until crispy and the fat has fully rendered. Deglaze with vinegar, scraping up any browned bits. Add the honey and cayenne, stir to combine, and keep warm. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the flour, potato starch, smoked paprika, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Slowly add beer while whisking until a thick, pourable batter forms, similar to crepe batter. Heat neutral oil to 350°F (175°C), then drip the batter directly into the oil using your fingers, a fork, or a whisk. Fry until golden brown and crisp, then transfer to a rack or paper towel and season with salt immediately.
  • Spread whipped asparagus ricotta onto the base of a serving plate. Arrange the charred asparagus over the top. Spoon the warm chorizo hot honey over the asparagus, then finish with crispy fry bits and pickled red onions before serving.

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Notes

For the best flavor, cook the asparagus until deeply charred. Light color won’t give you the same depth or smokiness, so don’t be afraid to push it further than you think.
The crispy fry bits add texture and contrast to the dish and are highly versatile. You’ll likely find yourself using them on other dishes like salads, roasted vegetables, or even eggs.
While a wood-fire grill gives the most authentic flavor, a hot grill pan, cast iron skillet, or oven will still produce great results. The key is high heat and proper charring.