🥦🧈 Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse Asparagus 🍋✨
Perfectly tender-crisp asparagus tossed in rich butter and finished with fresh lemon — simple, elegant, and steakhouse-worthy!
Inspired by the classic side from Ruth’s Chris Steak House, this asparagus recipe proves that sometimes the simplest ingredients create the most luxurious flavors. Buttery, bright, and perfectly cooked — it’s the ideal companion to steak, chicken, or seafood.
🛒 Ingredients
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1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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½ teaspoon lemon zest
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Optional: shaved Parmesan for garnish
🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Asparagus
Rinse and trim the woody ends of the asparagus. Pat dry thoroughly — dry spears sauté better.
2️⃣ Heat the Pan
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and butter.
Allow the butter to melt and become slightly foamy.
3️⃣ Sauté to Tender-Crisp
Add asparagus in a single layer.
Cook for 5–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until:
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Bright green
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Slightly caramelized
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Tender but still crisp