By Danilo Cortellini
Crispy egg with asparagus and Grana Padano cheese sauce
7 steps
Prep:30min
This is the perfect example of how a relatively simple recipe delivers fancy and complex results.
The surprise effect with a bit of suspense is guaranteed and the sight of the liquid yolk when cutting the eggs open never fails to deliver.
We all know that seasonal asparagus and eggs go well together, and this natural pairing is sealed with the rich Grana Padano cheese sauce that will bring all the elements together.
Chef’s tip: Don’t use very fresh eggs, at least a couple of days old or they will be very difficult to peel. If you drop the eggs in boiling water from the fridge, add 30 seconds of cooking time. Remember to season with the Grana Padano the breadcrumbs and the egg wash, that is how you build layers of flavors in your dish.
Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 10:03:51 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
73
High
Glycemic Load
33
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories2784.5 kcal (139%)
Total Fat278.2 g (397%)
Carbs45.6 g (18%)
Sugars6.4 g (7%)
Protein29.2 g (58%)
Sodium1536.9 mg (77%)
Fiber8.3 g (30%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings
4eggs
free range
2egg
for the egg wash
flour
to dust
salt
to taste
pepper
to taste
20gbutter
8green asparagus
200mldouble cream
120 grgrated Grana Padano
1 LitreVeg oil
For the green bread crumbs
Instructions
Step 1
To prepare the Grana Padano sauce simply heat the cream and when simmering add the grated Grana Padano. Remove from the stove and keep stirring until the remaining heat will melt the cheese gently. Keep aside.
Step 2
Trim off the bottom ends of the asparagus stalks, the woody part and peel with a potato peeler the asparagus. Cut off the tips and set aside to use as garnish and chop the bodies left. Pan fry for 2 minutes both the chopped asparagus and the tips with a knob of butter and season to taste.
Step 3
For the green breadcrumbs mix all the ingredients in a food processor until uniform in colour. Pass through a sieve if necessary.
Step 4
Bring the eggs at room temperature and boil for 5.5 minutes in simmering water. Cool down immediately in a bowl with iced water. Peel gently the eggs and dust with flour, dip in the seasoned egg wash and roll gently in the breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
Step 5
Deep fry in hot oil at 160˚C for about 3/4 minutes until golden and crispy all around. Drain on kitchen paper and season with a pinch of salt and grated Grana Padano cheese.
Step 6
Spread the hot Grana Padano sauce on the bottom of large bowls, add the asparagus creating a sort of a nest and place the crispy egg on top.
Step 7
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and the asparagus tips before serving.
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