Side dishe for 4
Instant Pot Asparagus
Asparagus steams briefly with water and garlic, then gets finished with butter, oil, lemon, and seasonings.
$1.46for 4 servings
$0.37 per serving$1.46 for 4
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- 10 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanVegetarianGluten-freeLow-carbBudgetSide dishesInstant PotSpring
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Butter$0.40/oz typical | 0.5 oz | $0.20Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | a little | $0.08Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | 0.25 | $0.37Typical price |
| Lemons and limes$0.60 each typical | 0.5 | $0.30Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $1.46 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Cooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oilSalt and pepperDried herbs, spices and seasoning blends
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp softened butter or butter alternative
- 1 clove garlic
- salt and pepper
- red chili flakes
- chopped fresh parsley
- sliced lemon
Steps
- Trim the asparagus and place it in the Instant Pot.
- Add the water, garlic, olive oil, butter, salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
- Cook on high pressure for 1 minute.
- Release the pressure quickly and remove the asparagus.
- Finish with lemon slices and chopped parsley.
Swaps
- Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
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