There are dishes that smell like spring from the very first scent… and these linguine with wild asparagus and speck are exactly that. A simple first course but full of character, where the slightly bitter taste of wild asparagus meets the savory crispness of speck, creating a perfect balance.
It is a quick recipe, ideal when we have little time but don’t want to give up something tasty and wholesome. Just a few quality ingredients are enough to bring to the table a dish that smells of tradition and nature.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very affordable
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Cooking time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 4 Servings
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring
Ingredients
- 12 oz linguine
- 7 oz wild asparagus
- 4 oz speck, cut into strips
- 1/2 chopped onion
- 1 pinch garlic powder
- to taste salt
- to taste olive oil
Tools
- Wooden spoon
- Frying pan
- Colander / pasta pot
Steps
Remove the toughest part of the asparagus and cut them into not-too-large pieces.
In a frying pan, sauté the onion for a few minutes.
Add the speck and cook for about 5 minutes.
Add the asparagus and cook for about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, boil the linguine in plenty of salted water for the time indicated on the package.
Add the cooked linguine to the asparagus, toss together and serve.
Variations
✨ You can puree part of the asparagus to obtain a creamier sauce.
✨ You can replace speck with pancetta or guanciale.
✨ For a milder version, add a tablespoon of ricotta or robiola when tossing.
