Roasted Asparagus Esquites

Saturday, May 10th, 2025

Our amazing chefs whipped up this refreshing recipe to go hand-in-hand with a glass of Davis Estates Chardonnay.

Ingredients

Serves 4

Roasted Asparagus

½ pound fresh asparagus, woody ends trimmed
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Lime Aioli

2 egg yolks
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Zest of 1 lime
Juice of 2 limes (2-3 tablespoons)
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ tsp Espelette pepper
(or use a pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika)
1 ½ cups vegetable oil

Garnish

¼ cup grated Parmesan or Cotija cheese
Tajín or chili powder, to taste
lime wedges

Method

Roasted Asparagus

Preheat Oven to 425°F
Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt and pepper
Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet
Roast for 8-10 minutes, until tender and slightly caramelized.

Lime Aioli

In a blender or food processor blend egg yolks, Dijon mustard, lime zest, lime juice, salt and Espelette pepper.
Blend for 10-15 seconds.
With the blends or food processor running, slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil until a thick and creamy consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

To Finish

Smear lime aioli on the base of a platter or plate. Arrange the roasted asparagus on over the smear. Generously sprinkle Parmesan or Cotija cheese and Tajín or chili powder and serve with lime wedges.

The creamy and tangy elements of this esquites-style prepared asparagus finds harmony with our well-structured Davis Estates Chardonnay showcasing balanced flavors for a spot on pairing!