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a plate of steamed broccoli and lemon wedge.

Instant Pot Asparagus (Steamed Broccoli)

Ajoke
Let me show you how to make the best perfectly steamed, crisp-tender and delicious Instant pot asparagus at all times. This pressure cooker asparagus is a perfect side for many dishes and super quick to make too.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, British
Servings 3
Calories 30 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Asparagus 500g use thick spear asparagus
  • Salt
  • 1 cup cold tap water

To serve

  • Olive oil
  • Lemon juice and lemon zest
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Wash the asparagus and trim off the tough end (use a knife or snap with your hands)
  • Add water to your instant pot, add a cup of cold water then place the trivet or the steamer basket in the pot
  • Carefully arrange the washed asparagus on the trivet, criss crossing them if need be.
  • Lock the instant pot and turn the valve to the seal position. Select the manual or pressure cook and cook on MEDIUM pressure for ZERO MINUTES (asparagus is crisp-tender and not soggy when you use medium settings, if you would like it softer, select the high pressure, I have tested both ways and prefer the medium pressure one)
  • Once the cooking cycle is completed, carefully do a quick release.
  • Using a thong, carefully transfer the asparagus from the trivet to a plate. Add salt, squeeze of lemon or melted butter, serve and enjoy.

Notes

Tips
Use thick spear asparagus to avoid overcooking the vegetable
Add cold water to cook the vegetable.

Nutrition

Calories: 30kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 3gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 7mgPotassium: 305mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1143IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 3mg

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