How long to cook asparagus on a BBQ?
I'm going to be grilling some asparagus which I have never done before. How long should I be having them on the grill so that they're not all mushy and soft? Is there something I should be doing to them beforehand to help them retain their crunchyness?
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I sometimes steam asparagus before sautéing on a high heat with some lemon juice to get some caramelization on the outside of the asparagus. You could adapt this idea to the grill by sealing the asparagus in tin foil with a little water and steaming for four minutes (for finger thick spears). Then give them a bit of colour by placing them directly over the grill for a minute.
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Can you overcook asparagus on the grill?
Fresh asparagus stalks have tough and fibrous ends, so remove these before you start grilling. Not doing so might give you a false sense of doneness, since no matter how long the woody ends cook, they will never become tender; you risk overcooking the rest of the asparagus spear.How do you know when asparagus is done cooking?
These are the telltale signs that roasted asparagus is done:Should asparagus be soaked before grilling?
It is best to leave a bit of space between the asparagus stalks. The skewers make it easier when placing on the grill, turning the spears, and removing the asparagus from the grill. If using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them in water before using. For more information on asparagus, see All About Asparagus.How to Make Perfect Grilled Asparagus | The Stay At Home Chef
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Clean and dry the asparagus, and then hand rub with olive oil, sprinkle with fresh ground salt and pepper
Char on very hot BBQ grill turning frequently until the surface starts to bubble
Answer 3
I rub them in butter, salt then contain them I n aluminum foil tent to cook in the grill. I keep the coals to one side and put the veggies on the other side, place the grill lid on and open the vent holes above the food. Cook to desired tenderness.
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