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Asparagus wrapped in salami is a savory and tasty side dish. It takes 20 minutes or less to prepare and only five or fewer ingredients, depending on your preferences. This is the type of appetizer that can be readily made with the ingredients you already have in your home. Here’s a simple recipe for salami wrapped asparagus and asparagus roll-ups to try!
How to Make Salami-Wrapped Asparagus
Salami roll ups might require only three ingredients, but here is a more flavorful taste of salami-wrapped to make it different.
Ingredients
- 1 pound of asparagus (buy here)
- ½ pound salami (buy here)
- Cooking spray (buy here)
- ½ teaspoon salt (buy here)
- 1 teaspoon paprika (buy here)
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper (buy here)
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts (buy here)
- 2 cloves garlic, sliced into halves (buy here)
- 2 teaspoons of chopped sage (buy here)
- 2 teaspoons of chopped sprigs of oregano (buy here)
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Line the foil on your baking sheet. Spray the foil with cooking spray and set it aside.
- Take two slices of salami and wrap them around the asparagus.
- Secure each wrap with a toothpick and line it on your baking sheet with the garlic.
- Once everything is aligned, spray the cooking spray and sprinkle with walnuts, paprika sage, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bake it for 20 minutes, or until you find it firm and crispy.
How to Store Salami Wrapped Asparagus
- Refrigeration: Store leftover salami wrapped asparagus in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in plastic wrap in the refrigerator. They can be kept for up to 2-3 days.
- Reheating: To reheat refrigerated salami wrapped asparagus, place them on a baking sheet and warm them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-10 minutes, or until heated through. Alternatively, you can microwave them on a microwave-safe plate for 1-2 minutes.
- Freezing (Optional): While salami wrapped asparagus is best enjoyed fresh, you can freeze them for longer storage. Arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe container or bag. They can be stored in the freezer for up to 1-2 months. To reheat frozen salami wrapped asparagus, thaw them overnight in the refrigerator before reheating using the methods mentioned above.
By following these tips, you can enjoy salami wrapped asparagus as a delicious appetizer, side dish, or snack, and store them properly to maintain their quality and flavor.
How to Make Asparagus Roll Ups
This asparagus roll-up is just as tasty as the salami wrapped asparagus. Here is the very simple recipe.
Ingredients
- 16 slices of sandwich bread (buy here)
- 16 trimmed asparagus (buy here)
- ¼ cup butter
- 8 ounces of softened cream cheese (buy here)
- 8 cooked bacon strips (buy here)
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (buy here)
- 2 tablespoons minced chives (buy here)
Instructions
- Add aspragus to boiled water for about 3 minutes, place it in cold water, and pat it dry.
- Flatten the bread and crumble the bacon. Spread a tablespoon of chives, cream cheese, and bacon on the bread and add the asparagus.
- Roll it and place it on a baking sheet with the seam facing down.
- Ensure the baking sheet is greased. Melt the butter and brush over the roll-ups.
- Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and bake it in an oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes or until it is slightly brown.
- The asparagus roll ups are ready to eat.
Top Ingredients for Asparagus Wraps
1. Asparagus
- One 15 oz can of DEL MONTE FRESH CUT HARVEST SELECTS Extra Long Asparagus Spears
- Canned vegetables are easy to heat for a quick side dish
- Contains only Non-GMO* asparagus, water and sea salt
- Canned veggies made with no artificial flavors or artificial preservatives
As the main ingredient, picking the best asparagus is essential. The fresh ones are always better, but if you can’t find them, then the canned asparagus is not a bad ingredient. Del Monte has fresh-tasting asparagus that is picked and packed by expert growers at its peak of ripeness and freshness. It is added with only salt and water, making it a great alternative for making wraps.
2. Salami
- Nema Halal Beef Salami 1lb
- 100% Halal Meat Used.
Since the classic pork salami is too common, you can try a beef salami to give it a different flavor and smell. Nema Halal Beef Salami can be a nice option since it has a spicier taste compared with other products. It is also halal, allowing everyone to make delicious beef salami wraps.
3. Cooking Spray
- AIR PRESSURE ONLY: Pompeian cooking sprays contain no propellants or additives, providing you the best-tasting, highest-quality oil to help you Eat and Live Well.
- FULL-BODIED, ROBUST TASTE: Pompeian’s propellant-free cooking sprays are farmer crafted and ideal for any meal that starts with a sauté and ends with a drizzle. Pompeian Organic Robust EVOO Spray is perfect for salads, pasta and drizzling!
Cooking spray made of olive oil is always best since it adds more flavor without the unhealthy fat. Pompeaian USDA Cooking Spray is made of eco-friendly olive oil with no artificial additives or propellants. The can and pouch system of this spray are designed to protect the oil from light and heat to keep its best taste and quality.
4. Black Pepper
- One 18-ounce bottle of Happy Belly Coarse Black Pepper
- Kosher certified
- Sharp pungent aroma and taste, woody, piney with a hot biting flavor
- One of the world’s most popular spices
Salami wraps are never complete without black pepper. It adds a hot bite and enhances the flavor. Happy Belly Black Pepper would be great for salami since it is Kosher certified and it has a strong flavor and aroma.
5. Sandwich Bread
When making asparagus roll-ups you have to flatten the bread first to make the wrapping easier. However, with the Arnold Select Sandwich Thins Whole Wheat, you might skip this process since it’s already thin. The best thing is that it has fewer calories and higher fiber compared to most loaves of bread you find at the grocery store.
6. Bacon Strips
To make a perfect roll-up, you need the best bacon strips that are cured and sliced. Again, for an alternative to pork, you can go with beef. The Deen Halal Beef Breakfast Smoke Slices Cured Beef Slices would be best. You can cook and crumble it easily, and it will go well with the other ingredients as well.
7. Cream Cheese
If you are concerned about the high calorie content of cream cheese but can’t get enough of its delicious, creamy flavor, try Kraft Philadelphia Whipped Plain Cream Cheese Spread. Compared to the original, it is lower in calories, cholesterol, and sugar. It is plain with no sugar, so it might not be a diet variety, but it can be better.
8. Walnuts
Although it is just an addition, sprinkling your roll-ups with walnuts will make them more nutritious and crunchy. Choose the right walnuts that are unsalted, Non-GMO, Gluten-Free and without Preservatives like the Fisher Walnuts Halves and Pieces. This walnut will preserve the original taste of your asparagus wraps.
9. Salt
Since this is the backbone of every seasoning, make sure to choose the best salt. Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt is perfect for your wraps since it has 53% less sodium than most table salts, and it will season your wraps without over-salting.
10. Parmesan Cheese
Save your prep time by using grated parmesan cheese from Kraft because it is not only pre-grated but also comes with a shaker bottle. It keeps the cheese hygienic because you don’t have to directly sprinkle with your hand; just shake and shake. This cheese is also made of high-quality milk for a bold taste.
To end up with the best flavor of salami wrapped asparagus, you have to pick high-quality ingredients. You can make your own version of asparagus wraps and asparagus roll ups by adding your favorite ingredients and cutting out those you don’t really like. It’s always easy to make the wraps your own.
