Creamy, hearty, and authentic – for everyone who loves the taste of yesteryear and wants to enjoy traditional home cooking. In this video, Alexander Herrmann shows you how to prepare a classic asparagus soup with a roux – just like in the old days, but with modern knowledge.
From field to plate - asparagus just the way you love it
Asparagus season is a time for indulgence! Whether steamed, in soup, or a crisp salad – this low-calorie favorite is mostly water, healthy, and packed with flavor. Michelin-starred chef Alexander Herrmann shows you how to make asparagus the highlight of your plate.
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Asparagus knowledge
That's why asparagus is so healthy
Asparagus is not only delicious, but also really healthy! It consists of 93% water, is low in calories and provides important nutrients such as protein, potassium and folic acid – perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy food consciously and eat healthily.
approximately 20 kcal
approx. 93 g
approx. 2.2 g
approx. 0.1 g
approx. 3.7 g
approx. 202 mg
approx. 52 µg
Cooking tips from Alexander Herrmann
Asparagus soup like Grandma used to make
Poached asparagus with Alexander Herrmann's 7-minute egg mayonnaise
Do you love asparagus but are looking for a creative, light alternative to classic hollandaise sauce? Alexander Herrmann demonstrates a simple method in the video: Poached asparagus meets creamy mayonnaise – without much fat, but with a 7-minute egg!
Cook asparagus like a pro - with cookware from Fissler
Aromatic, firm to the bite, and nutrient-preserving: Asparagus is easy to prepare with the right Fissler accessories. Whether classically steamed in a saucepan with a steamer insert , prepared in a variety of ways in the Original-Profi Collection® Multistar , or particularly quickly and gently in a pressure cooker with an integrated insert.
Favorite recipes for asparagus season - light, refreshing & full of flavor
Mediterranean asparagus salad with zucchini and Serrano ham
Mediterranean-style asparagus. A true delight for any barbecue. Discover it now!
















