White asparagus from Peru, packed in 500g. Grown under soil to keep it out of the sunlight, white asparagus is pale, tender and milder than green, with a delicate, slightly sweet and nutty flavour that is a European springtime favourite. Unlike green asparagus, the fibrous skin should be peeled with a vegetable peeler from just below the tip to the base before cooking. Simmer in lightly salted water with a pinch of sugar and a knob of butter for 10 to 15 minutes until tender. Serve classically with hollandaise sauce, melted butter, boiled potatoes and ham, or chill and dress with a vinaigrette. It also makes a silky soup. Keep refrigerated, wrapped in a damp cloth, and use within two to three days for the best flavour. Carefully selected and quality-checked by Prana, and delivered fresh to your door. Pack size: 500g.