Cold Asparagus Rolls Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the asparagus spears for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
• STEP 2.Drain the asparagus and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
• STEP 3.Pat dry the asparagus spears with a paper towel.
• STEP 4.Take a slice of ham or smoked salmon and place an asparagus spear at one end.
• STEP 5.Roll the ham or salmon tightly around the asparagus spear.
• STEP 6.Repeat with the remaining asparagus spears and ham or salmon slices.
• STEP 7.Arrange the Cold Asparagus Rolls on a serving platter and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
• STEP 8.Serve chilled as an appetizer with a dipping sauce of your choice.

Cooking Tips

• You can blanch the asparagus a day in advance and store them in the refrigerator until ready to use.
• For added flavor, you can spread a thin layer of cream cheese or herbed cheese on the ham or salmon slices before rolling.
• Garnish the platter with fresh herbs, such as dill or parsley, for an extra touch of freshness.

Storage and Serving

• Cold Asparagus Rolls can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
• Serve chilled as an appetizer with a dipping sauce, such as hollandaise sauce or aioli.