The Fault in our Stars - Lavender infused White Asparagus
The recipe for lavender infused white asparagus from the movie and book, The Fault in our Stars by John Green.
Ingredients
- 8 - stalks white asparagus trimmed and cut to 2" pieces
- 3/4 cup - microgreens
- 1/4 cup - hazelnuts crushed and toasted
- 1 - medium fingerling potato thinly sliced
- shaved piave cheese for garnish
- currants as needed
- vegetable oil for frying, as needed
- DRESSING
- 1/2 tsp - crushed dried lavender
- 1 tsp - honey
- 2 tsp - sherry vinegar
- 1 tsp - dijon vinegar
- 2 tbsp - extra virgin olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil over high heat and season with salt. Prepare an ice bath on the side. Blanch the asparagus for 2-3 minutes or until tender but still has a crunch. Immediately submerge the asparagus in the ice bath to stop of the cooking. Drain and pat dry.
- To fry the sliced potatoes, bring a small pot of oil to 325F. Make sure the potatoes are dry before frying. Fry the potatoes until golden brown. You'll notice that the potatoes will stop bubbling when the chips are ready. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
- Prepare the dressing by combining all the ingredients in a bowl. Whisk together and season with salt and pepper.
- Toss the asparagus, nuts, currants, and microgreens with some of the dressing and arrange on your serving plate. Top with the chips and cheese.