In the realm of culinary art, few dishes can rival the enticing allure of grilled asparagus, a vibrant symphony of flavors enhanced by the magical touch of saffron aioli, a condiment so rich and aromatic that it elevates this simple vegetable to an extraordinary culinary experience. With its earthy taste and vibrant green hue, asparagus takes center stage, while the saffron aioli, with its golden hue and distinct flavor, plays the supporting role, adding a luxurious layer of complexity that tantalizes the palate. Together, they create a dish that is both visually stunning and gastronomically captivating. Indulge in this culinary journey as we explore the artistry of grilled asparagus with saffron aioli, a dish that promises to leave a lasting impression on your senses.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH SAFFRON AIOLI
This is Bobby Flay's recipe that was featured in Bon Appetit. I love this sauce! I have served it over grilled, roasted and blanched asparagus! It's even better with homemade mayonnaise.
Provided by Grace Lynn
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- For Aioli: Whisk vinegar, honey, and saffron threads in heavy small saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Bring to a boil and remove from heat.
- Cool completely.
- Mix mayonnaise and garlic in medium bowl to blend.
- Mix in cooled vinegar mixture.
- Season aioli to taste with salt and pepper.
- (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.).
- For Asparagus: Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat.) Toss asparagus with oil on rimmed baking sheet.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Grill asparagus until crisp-tender, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer to platter.
- Drizzle aioli over asparagus.
- Sprinkle with bell pepper.
THE BEST GRILLED ASPARAGUS
We found that the best way to grill asparagus is to lay it right on the grill grates at an angle--no foil packet or grilling basket necessary. We jazzed ours up with tangy, creamy feta and fresh mint. To get a good char, be sure to use medium-sized asparagus -- no pencil-thin stalks here!
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Prepare a grill for medium heat. Chop the tough, woody ends off the asparagus (about 1 inch) and peel another inch of the stalks.
- Whisk the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper together in a large bowl. Add the asparagus and toss until well coated.
- Put the asparagus on the grill at an angle so the stalks don't fall through the grates. Grill, flipping halfway through cooking, until the asparagus begin to char, the pointy ends start to crisp and the stalks are just tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove to a platter and sprinkle with the feta and mint.
GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH SAFFRON AïOLI
Provided by Bobby Flay
Categories Side Saffron Asparagus Summer Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- For aioli:
- Whisk vinegar, honey, and saffron threads in heavy small saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to boil. Remove from heat. Cool completely. Mix mayonnaise and garlic in medium bowl to blend. Mix in cooled vinegar mixture. Season aioli to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
- For asparagus:
- Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Toss asparagus with oil on rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill asparagus until crisp-tender, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes. Transfer to platter. Drizzle aioli over asparagus. Sprinkle with bell pepper.
GRILLED VEGETABLES SALAD WITH CRAB CAKES AND SAFFRON AIOLI
Steps:
- Saute the peppers and garlic in olive oil. Set aside to cool.
- In a big bowl, combine the crabmeat, 3 tablespoons of the mayonnaise, herbs, bread crumbs, and the cooled Sauteed mixture. Mix well. If it seems dry, add more mayonnaise. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
- Make balls from crab mix into 8 equal portions. Pat each into a disk. Chill again until ready to cook.
- Preheat grill for 20 minutes before you need to cook vegetables. Prep all the vegetables then toss in olive oil, salt, and pepper in separate bowls. Grill them over medium high heat until they are tender but not mushy, about 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the heat of the grill. As they come off grill, toss them in a bit more olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Fry the crab cakes over medium high heat in olive oil until golden brown. Serve with the grilled vegetables and Saffron Aioli.
- Use garlic that is fresh and firm. If garlic has sprouted, split the cloves and remove green germ. In food processor, puree garlic until chopped fine. Season with salt and pepper and add the saffron and egg yolks. With motor running slowly, add the olive oil in a thin steady stream. When it is done, it should be like a thick mayonnaise. Add lemon juice and cayenne and taste for seasoning.
- Alternatively, you can make the aioli in a mortar and pestle, which is the traditional way.
- Yield: 2 cups
GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON DRESSING
Although steamed asparagus has an unmatched purity of taste, I love the earthy, charred flavor added by the grill, a flavor that can also be achieved with stove-top pan grilling, which combines high heat and a dry, heavy skillet.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus; most spears will break an inch or two from the bottom. Peel the stalks up to the flower bud. Meanwhile, start a charcoal fire or heat a gas grill; if you're cooking indoors, heat a cast-iron or other heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it smokes.
- To grill the asparagus spears, toss them with about a tablespoon of oil, mixing with your hands until spears are coated. Season well with salt and pepper. Grill until tender and browned in spots, turning once or twice, in all 5 to 10 minutes.
- To pan grill the asparagus, do not oil or season them. Just toss them in the hot skillet, and cook, turning the spears individually as they brown, until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove as they finish, and season with salt and pepper.
- Mix together the lemon juice and shallots, then stir in enough olive oil to add a little body and take the edge off the sharpness of the lemon; the mixture should still be strong. Season it well with salt and plenty of black pepper, and stir in the parsley. Serve the asparagus hot or at room temperature with grilled fish. Spoon the sauce over everything.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 119, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 600 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH OLIVE OIL, LEMON & PARMESAN
A Jamie Oliver recipe. This is a great combination and the way we have asparagus most often. It is so easy and delicious.
Provided by Baz231
Categories Vegetable
Time 7m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat a large griddle pan, remove the hard ends from the asparagus and dry griddle on both sides until nicely marked (about 5 minutes).
- As soon as they're ready, put them on the plates and dress with a good squeeze of lemon juice and about twice as much olive oil. (The quantities listed in the ingredients above are really rough as you just need to dress this dish to your own taste.).
- Season with salt & pepper to taste and then add freshly shaved or grated parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.6, Fat 18.6, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 14.7, Sodium 272.8, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 2, Protein 9.4
GRILLED MARINATED ASPARAGUS
Freshly harvested asparagus says spring is in the air, and on your table. Eating the tender spears right off the grill is pure pleasure.-Lessie Sites, Livingston, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients. Add the asparagus; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for up to 1 hour., Drain asparagus, reserving marinade. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack., Grill asparagus, covered, over medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender, turning and basting occasionally with reserved marinade.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 239mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GRILLED BACON-WRAPPED ASPARAGUS
Enjoy this delicious and paleo/Whole30® side dish at your next summer barbecue!
Provided by Diana71
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Bacon Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place asparagus in a large bowl. Pour olive oil over spears and coat each one. Wrap 2 to 3 spears with 1 slice of bacon. Repeat with remaining asparagus and bacon.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill asparagus until bacon is crispy, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Season with pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.6 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Cholesterol 15.1 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 320.1 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
GRILLED ASPARAGUS
Tender, with a delicious barbecue flavor, this grilled asparagus makes a perfect side dish for grilled meats. Don't know how to cook asparagus on the grill? Just place the stalks on a double skewer. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a large skillet, bring water to a boil; add asparagus. Cover and cook until crisp-tender, about 2-3 minutes; drain and pat dry. Cool Slightly., Thread several asparagus spears onto 2 parallel soaked wooden skewers. Repeat. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 2 minutes, turning once. Baste with barbecue sauce. Grill 2 minutes longer, turning and basting once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 43 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 181mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- For perfectly grilled asparagus, choose spears that are about the same thickness so they cook evenly.
- To prevent the asparagus from sticking to the grill, lightly grease the grates with oil before cooking.
- Asparagus can be grilled over direct or indirect heat. If cooking over direct heat, cook the asparagus for 2-3 minutes per side, or until it is tender-crisp.
- If cooking over indirect heat, cook the asparagus for 10-12 minutes, or until tender-crisp. You can tell the asparagus is done cooking when the tips are slightly browned and the stalks are tender.
- If you're using wooden skewers to grill the asparagus, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent them from burning.
Conclusion:
Grilled asparagus is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed on its own or as part of a larger meal. It's a great way to add some fresh vegetables to your diet, and it's also very easy to make. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give grilled asparagus a try!
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