Club del Gourmet White Asparagus – Extra Thick Spears 325g

White asparagus from Spain's finest producers, sourced and canned by Club del Gourmet under the El Corte Inglés selection. These extra-thick spears (graded 5/7, meaning five to seven per 325g tin) are hand-cut at peak tenderness and preserved in brine to lock in delicate, slightly sweet flavor. A luxury vegetable that appears on Spanish restaurant tables and festive spreads year-round.

About this product

Club del Gourmet specializes in Spain's finest canned and jarred vegetables. White asparagus is blanched during growth to prevent chlorophyll development, yielding a mild, buttery taste and tender texture that outshines green varieties for classic Spanish and European dishes. Each thick spear is selected for uniformity, ensuring consistent quality across the tin.

How to enjoy

• Serve chilled as a starter with vinaigrette and hard-boiled egg.
• Arrange on a plate with jamón ibérico and aged manchego for a simple tapa.
• Add to salads, rice dishes, or composed vegetable platters.
• Pair with mayonnaise or hollandaise for a more indulgent preparation.

Product details

• Net weight: 325g (drained weight typically 170–180g)
• Origin: Spain
• Brand: Club del Gourmet (El Corte Inglés)
• EAN: 8433329152143
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place; refrigerate after opening and consume within 3–4 days.

⭐ Why we love this

White asparagus is the aristocrat of Spanish vegetables—blanched underground to preserve its delicate, creamy flavor and prized for its tender texture that green asparagus cannot match. Club del Gourmet's extra-thick grading (5/7) means each spear is substantial enough to be a centerpiece, not a garnish, capturing the luxury that makes this a staple on Spanish restaurant tables and festive spreads.

🍷 Pairing suggestion

Serve chilled with a crisp Albariño from Rías Baixas or a dry Fino sherry—the wine's acidity cuts through the asparagus's buttery richness. For a more substantial pairing, arrange the spears alongside jamón ibérico and aged Manchego cheese as a composed tapa, or dress with hollandaise and a glass of Spanish sparkling cava for an elegant starter.

📍 From Spain

White asparagus thrives in Spain's cooler northern and central regions, where soil and climate create the mild, sweet spears Club del Gourmet sources. Canned and curated under El Corte Inglés's prestigious selection, this product represents decades of expertise in preserving Spain's most celebrated seasonal vegetables at their peak.