Grilled Asparagus
Print recipe| Serves | 4 |
| Inspiration | The Food Network |
Ingredients
- 1 Lb or 454 gm fresh asparagus spears (look for firm stalks with firm dark green or purplish tips.)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 Tsp salt
- freshly ground pepper
Directions
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Wash the asparagus. Holding it firmly with one hand on the bottom and one about halfway up the stalk and flex until it snaps. It should snap at the natural point of tenderness. Place the asparagus in a plastic bag or on a plate and drizzle in or on the olive oil and salt, until the spears are coated. Remove to a plate and add the freshly ground pepper.  | |
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Grill the asparagus over high heat, turning quarter turns every minute for 5 - 8 minutes, depending on the thickness of the stalks. You can grill them directly on a greased grill, but I prefer to use something like the grill buddy shown. Asparagus should begin to brown in spots (indicating that the natural sugars are caramelizing) but should it not be allowed to char. Remove from the grill when they are crisp tender and serve immediately.  | |