Prosciutto-wrapped asparagus is a popular dish in Italian cuisine, often served as an appetizer or side dish. Asparagus has been enjoyed since ancient times, and prosciutto, a thinly sliced cured ham, has been a staple in Italian cuisine for centuries. The combination of these two ingredients creates a delicious and flavorful dish that is loved by many.
Air Fryer Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus
Course: Appetizer/Side DishCuisine: ItalianPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
8
minutesTotal time
18
minutesThis air fryer recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy the classic combination of prosciutto and asparagus. The asparagus is wrapped in crispy prosciutto and cooked to perfection in the air fryer, making it a delicious and healthy appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
1 bunch of asparagus
6-8 slices of prosciutto
Parmesan cheese (optional)
Directions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
- Trim the woody ends off of the asparagus spears.
- Wrap each asparagus spear with a slice of prosciutto, starting at the bottom and wrapping it tightly to the top.
- Place the prosciutto-wrapped asparagus in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender and the prosciutto is crispy.
- Serve as a delicious appetizer or side dish.
Notes
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can also make this recipe in the oven at 400°F for 10-12 minutes.
- Be sure to choose thin asparagus spears for this recipe, as thicker ones may take longer to cook.
- You can also add a sprinkle of parmesan cheese over the asparagus before cooking for an extra layer of flavor.
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