You simply microwave it on high until it’s tender-crisp. Depending on how thick the spears are, this should take around 2-3 minutes. Asparagus is one of those vegetables that one either really likes or really doesn’t. I happen to love it! I even like it in its canned form. But when fresh and in season, it’s a true delicacy. Cooking asparagus in the microwave is so easy that I often default to this cooking method. Roasted asparagus is wonderful, but it requires heating up the oven. Microwave cooking is perfect for summer. It’s quick, easy, and doesn’t heat up your kitchen.
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So, depending on what you’ll do with it, other ingredients might include melted butter, olive oil, lemon juice or vinegar, salt and pepper, garlic powder, and perhaps onion powder. Your first step is to wash and trim the asparagus. Depending on how big your microwave-safe bowl is, you might need to trim a big chunk off the ends, or you could also chop the spears in half to avoid waste. The next step is to place the asparagus in a large microwave-safe bowl, add a tablespoon of water, and cover the bowl with a microwave-safe plate. Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave using oven mitts. Be even more careful when removing the lid - hot steam will escape. That’s it! Now, if you want, dress the asparagus. The section “serving suggestions” below contains a few ideas. It’s the same idea as cooking pasta until it’s al dente. You want it to retain some firmness. So, while three minutes is a good guideline, if the spears you’re using are very thin, consider starting with just 2 minutes. You can always add more microwave time if needed.
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