Fibre, greens and healthy fats – what more could you ask from a breakfast? Simple and satisfying, our Poached Eggs with Asparagus makes for a delicious brunch.
Serves: Two
Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- 50g unsalted butter, at room temp, chopped
- 4 thin slices pancetta or quality smoked ham
- 4 tablespoons chopped chives
- shaved parmesan, to serve
Method
Over a high heat, bring a saucepan of salted water to boil and blanch the asparagus for three minutes. Remove from saucepan and toss with butter and season. Add vinegar to the water and poach the eggs over a low heat for three minutes. Remove and drain. Divide asparagus between two plates and add two slices pancetta/ham and an egg to each. Sprinkle with parmesan shavings and chives and serve.
