Roasted Asparagus And Fried Capers

Total Time: 10 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 2 lbs medium-size asparagus, ends trimmed
• salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup large capers, drained

Recipe

• 1 preheat oven to 500°; place asparagus on baking sheet and drizzle with 1/2 t olive oil; roll asparagus around until it and pan are lightly coated; season with salt and pepper.
• 2 roast until tender-crisp and bright green, about 5-8 minutes and plate; meanwhile heat the remaining 2 t oil in a small skillet; deep fry the capers in the oil for 1 minute; transfer capers with a slotted spoon and sprinkle over the asparagus.