How to cut asparagus stalks?

To cut the thick end of the stalks on an asparagus hold the bunch of stalks with your left hand, with the cut end pointing down. If the stalks are thick, you may need to use both hands to hold them. Now, hold the end of the bunch with your right hand and, keeping the remaining stalks in between your palms, snap the bunch in half. Your asparagus will now be cut into two pieces.

How to cut asparagus stalks into pieces?

For perfectly diced asparagus cut the stalks as close to the root as possible. Cut about an inch off the bottom of the stalks. Turn the stalks 90 degrees, place the cut end down on the chopping board and cut off the remaining length. The thicker the asparagus, the easier it is to cut off the ends. To cut the asparagus into uniform bite-sized pieces, use a julienne peeler or a food processor.

How to cut asparagus spears?

You can cut asparagus either on a bias or in a straight line. If you want to cut a bunch of spears at the same time, you can cut them in a “zigzag” motion. It’s a great way to get lots of uniform pieces. Depending on how thick your asparagus is, you can cut it either length-wise or across.

How to cut asparagus with knife?

Using a sharp knife, cut off the woody end of the stalk about an inch below the point where it begins to get thick. A serrated knife works well for this job if it’s available. (If you don’t have a serrated knife, hold the stalk in one hand and use a chef’s knife in the other hand to saw it off.) Try not to cut off more than an inch or so.

How to cut asparagus into thin stalks?

One of the ways people cut asparagus is by snapping off the end of the stalk. This doesn’t actually break the asparagus down, and it allows the end to dry out, which is very helpful for making asparagus soups and stews! However, if you want to cut your asparagus into thin, even pieces, you can cut it at a 45-degree angle, making sure to cut the end of the stalk off before.