Smoked salmon and asparagus
This quick and easy starter can give any dinner party a hint of luxury
Recipe courtesy of Rachel’s
Method
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Step 1
Remove the woody ends from the asparagus by snapping the very bottom of each spear or remove the ends with a knife.
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Step 2
In a suitable pan place the asparagus spears and add cold water until they are just covered. Bring the water to the boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook the asparagus for 3 -5 minutes until tender – check the spears with a fork before removing.
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Step 3
Meanwhile, make the dressing. In a small bowl mix the yogurt and fresh herbs, zest and seasoning and mix well.
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Step 4
Once the asparagus is tender, turn off your stove top. Remove the pan and pour the asparagus through a strainer, being careful not to burn yourself on the pan.
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Step 5
Immediately, and working quickly, layer over the slices of smoked salmon.
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Step 6
Finish with a drizzle of yogurt dressing and olive oil and serve straight away.
