Wild Asparagus Fritters with Grana Padano PDO and a Vodka Martini
Difficulty Medium
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Preparation  35 min
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Servings for  4 people
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Wild asparagus fritters are a rustic and flavourful preparation, typical of traditional cuisine and also known as Sardinian-style asparagus fritters. In this version, we pair them with a true classic of mixology, the vodka martini, creating an interesting meeting point between food and aperitif culture.
The crisp texture of the fritters and the slightly bitter notes of the asparagus complement the clean, dry freshness of the vodka martini, which refreshes the palate and enhances the flavours. Grana Padano PDO adds a savoury, aromatic depth to the batter, making the pairing even more balanced.
Ingredients
For the fritters:
Method
Wash the wild asparagus, trim off the tougher ends and cut into small pieces.
Blanch the asparagus in lightly salted water for 3–4 minutes, then drain and leave to cool.
In a bowl, whisk the eggs with the milk (or sparkling water). Add the sifted flour and instant yeast, mixing until you have a smooth batter.
Add the chopped asparagus, grated Grana Padano PDO, salt and pepper. Mix well to evenly combine the ingredients.
Heat plenty of vegetable oil in a frying pan and drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the oil. Fry until the fritters are golden and crisp.
Drain on kitchen paper and serve hot.
Ingredients
Per il vodka martini
Vodka, 6 cl
Vermouth dry, 1 cl
Ghiaccio q.b.
Olive verdi denocciolate q.b.
Scorza di limone q.b.
Method
Fill a mixing glass with ice and add the vodka and dry vermouth.
Stir gently with a bar spoon to chill and lightly dilute the cocktail.
Strain into a well-chilled martini glass without ice. Garnish with a pitted green olive or a twist of lemon peel.
The pairing of Sardinian-style wild asparagus fritters and a vodka martini is perfect for a distinctive and characterful aperitif. It works beautifully for drinks with friends, a spring brunch or any special shared moment.
An idea that brings together culinary tradition and cocktail culture in a fresh and elegant way.
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