Elegant Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus

Delight in this exquisite dish featuring tender asparagus delicately wrapped with salty prosciutto. This versatile recipe makes a sophisticated side dish or a delightful appetizer for any occasion.

Ingredients

For prosciutto-wrapped asparagus
1	tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
1⁄4	teaspoon red pepper flakes
12	spears asparagus, trimmed
6	slices prosciutto
	salt and ground black pepper to taste
1	tablespoon balsamic vinegar, or to taste

Instructions

• For preparing prosciutto-wrapped asparagus

  1. Preheat the oven's broiler and set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
  2. Combine olive oil and red pepper flakes. Place trimmed asparagus spears on a baking sheet and drizzle with the olive oil mixture. Use your hands to coat the asparagus thoroughly.
  3. Cut each slice of prosciutto in half lengthwise. Wrap a strip of prosciutto around each asparagus spear, angling as you wrap to cover most of the asparagus. Arrange the wrapped asparagus on the baking sheet and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Broil in the preheated oven until the prosciutto is sizzling and crispy, and the asparagus is tender, for about 5 to 7 minutes.
  5. Transfer the cooked asparagus to a serving platter, drizzle with balsamic vinegar, and serve immediately.

Aug 05, 2024