Grilled Asparagus Spears
(from fallenangelart’s recipe box)
Look for asparagus stalks with firm deep green or purplish tips. Also check the bottom of the spears. If they are dried up, chances are they have been sitting around for too long. Trim of the tough bottom of the spear by grasping each end and bending it gently until it snaps at its natural point of tenderness, usually 2/3 of the way down the spear. If the spear is less than 6 inches long, chances are it has already been trimmed for you. The take a vegetable peeler and peel off the outer skin of the remaining stalk.
Source: Foodnetwork,com
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 5 minutes
Serves 4 people
Categories: Grilled, Side, Vegetables
Ingredients
- 1 lb Fresh Asparagus, trimmed and peeled
- 4 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp salt
Directions
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Preheat a grill.
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Place asparagus on a plate. Drizzle oil over the asparagus and turn the spears until they are coated. Sprinkle with salt and turn again.
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Grill asparagus for 5 minutes over a hot grill. Each minute or so, roll each spear 1/4 turn. Asparagus should begin to brown in spots but should not be allowed to char. Dripping oil may cause flare-ups. Keep a glass or spray bottle handy to spritz on coals, if necessary.
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Remove from grill and serve immediately.