Authortapasonline
RatingDifficultyBeginner

Asparagus with serrano ham - ham and asparagus is the perfect marriage and this tapa is quick and easy to prepare. It is also good cooked on a chargrill or barbecue, or under the grill, turning to cook evenly.

Yields4 Servings
Prep Time10 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time20 mins
 12 fresh green asparagus spears trimmed
 6 slices of serrano ham
 1 pinch of black pepper
 extra virgin olive oil
1

Boil the asparagus for three minutes, then drain and allow to cool.

2

Cut the ham slices in half and wrap each one tightly around an asparagus spear.

3

Line a baking tray with foil or greaseproof/baking paper and arrange the spears in a single layer.

4

Brush with olive oil, then season with pepper and cook in a hot oven for about ten minutes or until the ham is beginning to crisp and the asparagus is tender.

5

Plate up and serve immediately.

Ingredients

 12 fresh green asparagus spears trimmed
 6 slices of serrano ham
 1 pinch of black pepper
 extra virgin olive oil
Esparragos con Jamón