Pickling asparagus transforms the snappy, grassy flavor of this spring vegetable into something a bit earthier and deeper. I like to add garlic and chiles when I make them, but then my family loves spice and heat, feel free to leave them out for a less intense flavor (and some may say a flavor that focuses a bit more on the asparagus itself).
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