Wye Valley Asparagus, Purple 200g

Wye Valley Purple Asparagus is 200g of purple asparagus from the Wye Valley — a visually striking and sweeter variety from one of Britain’s finest asparagus regions. Purple asparagus has a higher sugar content than green varieties. As a result, it has a noticeably sweeter, less bitter flavour and a tender texture. However, it loses some of its purple colour on cooking — for maximum visual impact, serve with minimal heat. Furthermore, it is available only during the short British season from late April to midsummer.

About Wye Valley Purple Asparagus

We source our vegetables and seasonal produce from specialist growers across Britain and Europe. In particular, we select every variety for its flavour, condition and provenance. As a result, the produce we deliver meets a standard well above what most supermarkets carry. Furthermore, we prioritise seasonal and heritage varieties over commodity produce. These varieties exist because growers selected them for taste, not yield or shelf life. However, they require more care and attention to grow. In particular, heritage and specialty vegetables often have shorter seasons and more demanding growing conditions. Additionally, we work with growers who share our commitment to quality. A short supply chain from grower to your door makes all the difference to freshness. That is why Wye Valley Purple Asparagus from The Artisan Food Company consistently impresses even the most discerning cooks.

Why Choose Wye Valley Purple Asparagus From Us

Cooking with genuinely seasonal and specialty produce transforms everyday dishes. In contrast to commodity vegetables, these varieties carry a depth of flavour that rewards simple treatment. As a result, the best preparation is often the simplest. Furthermore, freshness is everything with vegetables. We deliver direct from our suppliers so you cook with produce at its peak. However, even the finest vegetables need a little attention in the kitchen. In particular, most benefit from minimal cooking rather than long boiling. Moreover, good olive oil, sea salt and a little acidity — lemon juice or a splash of vinegar — bring out the best in almost everything. Additionally, the variety and provenance of what you cook matters. That is why we choose these ingredients so carefully.

How to Cook Wye Valley Purple Asparagus

To get the very best from Wye Valley Purple Asparagus:

• Shave raw with a peeler into ribbons for a striking raw salad that preserves the purple colour and sweet flavour.
• Steam or blanch for just 2 minutes — the shorter the cooking time, the more colour is retained.
• Furthermore, Wye Valley purple asparagus suits a quick griddle for 1 to 2 minutes per side — just long enough to add char marks.
• However, avoid long boiling which destroys the colour and removes much of the delicate sweetness.

Perfect Pairings

Wye Valley Purple Asparagus pairs beautifully with:

• Good butter, sea salt and lemon — the simplest treatment lets the natural sweetness come through
• A chilled English sparkling wine, Chablis or a dry Champagne alongside
• Soft cheese, whipped ricotta or a creamy burrata alongside
• Smoked salmon, prosciutto or a simple vinaigrette for a light starter

Storage: Keep refrigerated and use within a few days of delivery. Most vegetables are best stored unwashed in the fridge. However, root vegetables and onions keep well in a cool, dark, dry place. Furthermore, use as soon as possible after delivery for the finest flavour. Delivered fresh and ready to prepare.

However you prepare it, Wye Valley Purple Asparagus brings a depth of flavour and quality to the table that commodity produce simply cannot match. Moreover, cooking with the finest seasonal produce is one of the great pleasures of the kitchen.