Description
Asparagus Cordon Bleu combines tender asparagus wrapped in savory ham and gooey Gouda, all encased in a crispy breadcrumb coating for a delightful feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Stangen Spargel (fresh or cooked asparagus)
- 6 Scheiben Kochschinken (slices of cooked ham)
- 6 Scheiben Gouda (slices of Gouda cheese)
- 2 Eier (eggs)
- 3 EL Mehl (tablespoons of flour)
- 100 g Paniermehl (Panko or breadcrumbs)
- 2 EL Butterschmalz (tablespoons of clarified butter)
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Asparagus: If using fresh asparagus, trim off the woody ends and rinse lightly before patting them dry with a kitchen towel.
- Make the Filling: Place a slice of ham on a prepared surface and layer it with a slice of Gouda cheese. Take two pieces of asparagus and lay them down on top of the cheese. Roll everything tightly and secure it with a toothpick.
- Set Up Your Breading Station: In one bowl, season the flour with salt and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs until they’re well combined and frothy. Place the breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Bread the Röllchen: Take each filled asparagus roll and coat it in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess. Next, dip it into the egg mixture, and finally, roll it in breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Fry to Perfection: Heat the clarified butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add your breaded asparagus rolls, cooking them for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they turn a golden brown.
- Drain and Serve: Once they’re perfectly golden, transfer your Asparagus Cordon Bleu to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Enjoy them hot for the best experience!
Notes
Consider make-ahead tips and experiment with alternative cooking methods like baking or air frying for healthier options.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 200mg