Where are they
grown
The Australian asparagus crop is
mostly grown in Victoria.
To see when this variety is in peak season and Australian sourced, please view our Fruit and Veg seasonal calendar here.
How to pick
Look for bright green, firm spears with tightly-closed clusters at the tip. Fresh asparagus should
make a squeaky sound when gently rubbed. Choose bunches with similarly sized spears so they cook
evenly.
How to store
Store asparagus in the crisper drawer of your fridge for up to one week. Wrap your bunch with damp
paper towel, ensuring the base of your spears are kept moist.
How to use
You can enjoy asparagus both raw and cooked. Snap the ends off to remove the woody bits that are hard
to eat.
Grate or slice fresh asparagus and toss in a salad with a splash of lemon juice and olive oil.
Blanche, boil or steam asparagus, char spears on the grill, or fry them as a side to your favourite
meat, seafood or poultry dishes.
Fun facts
When left to grow, asparagus grow so large, they resemble a tall fern tree.
Asparagus can grow 25cm within 24 hours if the conditions are right.
Asparagus contains potassium to support healthy muscle function*
*As part of a healthy balanced diet
Food saver tips
Snap off the woody bases of your asparagus spears before eating, but don’t throw away. These can be
frozen for up to 8-12 months, and can be added to soups or stocks.
Blanch and process older asparagus into a pesto.
