Flemish Asparagus Recipe | Classic Belgian Asperges à la Flamande

Ingredients

• 2 lbs white asparagus, peeled and trimmed
• 4 large eggs
• 6 tbsp unsalted European-style butter
• 2 tbsp finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
• 1 tbsp finely chopped chives
• 1 tbsp finely chopped shallot
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp fine sea salt, plus more for boiling
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground white pepper
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tsp capers, drained and finely chopped
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• Microgreens, for garnish (optional)