Good reasons to make bacon-wrapped asparagus
This recipe is popular because it combines two contrasting textures in one bite. The crispy bacon provides a savoury crunch while the asparagus remains tender and juicy inside. It is a very versatile dish that fits both casual family dinners and more formal occasions. Preparing bacon-wrapped asparagus is quick and does not require any advanced cooking skills. You only need one tray and a few minutes of roasting time to achieve a great result.
A step-by-step guide to bacon-wrapped asparagus
Prepare the asparagus: Wash the vegetables in cold water and trim the woody ends off the stalks with a sharp knife.
Wrap the bundles: Take one rasher of bacon and wrap it tightly around a small group of three or four asparagus spears.
Season the tray: Place the bundles onto a baking tray and drizzle them with a little olive oil and a sprinkle of pepper.
Bake until crispy: Roast the bundles in the oven at two hundred degrees for about fifteen minutes until the meat is golden and crunchy.
My best tips for bacon-wrapped asparagus
Choose asparagus spears that are similar in thickness so they all cook at the same rate. If you use very thick stalks, they might need a few extra minutes in the oven to become tender. Try to use thin rashers of bacon so the meat becomes crispy before the vegetables overcook. You can also add a little grated cheese on top during the last few minutes of roasting for extra flavour. Make sure not to crowd the baking tray as the air needs to circulate to make the bacon-wrapped asparagus crunchy. If you prefer a smokier taste, you can use smoked bacon instead of the plain variety. Always serve the bundles immediately while the bacon is still hot and firm.
You can also try these recipes:
beef carpaccio,
pasta with pumpkin or
wild boar stew.
