Asparagus with Anchovies & Garlic

Think bold Caesar-salad flavors meet asparagus. This preparation will kick you in the taste buds with assertive garlic, spicy red pepper and rich, salty anchovy.

4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil

2 tablespoon minced garlic

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper

2 bunches asparagus, tough ends trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces

1 tablespoon water

2 teaspoons anchovy paste, or 1 anchovy fillet, minced

Step 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and crushed red pepper and cook, stirring constantly, until the garlic is fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add asparagus, water and anchovy; cook, stirring often, until the asparagus is tender-crisp, 5 to 6 minutes.