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Spears to share

Flash fried asparagus with prosciutto

This makes such a beautiful side dish, light lunch or dinner.

Serves 2

2 bunches asparagus
2 tablespoon olive oil, plus extra to serve
4 tablespoons currants, soaked in hot water
2 tablespoons pine nuts
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 tablespoons crème fraîche
2-3 rashers prosciutto
Lemon juice to serve
Salt and pepper to season

Snap tough ends off the asparagus spears – they will naturally snap where they need to. Pour boiling water over the spears and let sit while you heat a pan

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