Toss some asparagus on the grill. Allow the fire to tenderize the spears and the smoke to season them. The crisp, flavorful veggie needs very little attention.
But when I serve asparagus on the side with a fresh, simpler tasting main dish such as salmon or cod, I like to dress the grilled greens with a bright, exciting vinaigrette, using our Spicy Korean Chili Seasoning.
Grill the asparagus until just slightly charred, and then dress with a tangy, sweet & spicy vinaigrette. Our Spicy Korean Chili Seasoning lends just the right amount of punch & crunch. Finally, squeeze fresh lime juice over for a citrusy touch.
For a light lunch or dinner, top a bowl of soba noodles with slices of hardboiled egg, and this Grilled Asparagus with Spicy Korean Dressing. An easy, healthy Asian meal that you can enjoy once a week this summer.
Grilled Asparagus with Spicy Korean Chili Dressing
by Season with Spice
Ingredients:
1 large bundle (about 2lbs) of fresh asparagus – tough ends trimmed
Oil for coating
Dressing:
1.5 tbsp of Season with Spice’s Spicy Korean Chili Seasoning
2 tbsp reduced sodium soy sauce, or tamari
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp water
1 tbsp rice vinegar, or apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
1 tbsp honey
Method:
1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, lime juice, water, vinegar, toasted sesame oil, honey, and Spicy Korean Chili Seasoning. Taste and adjust if needed.
2. Lightly coat asparagus with oil. Grill the asparagus spears for 5-8 minutes (depending on the thickness), until nicely charred and just tender – turning them every couple of minutes to brown evenly.
3. Remove asparagus from grill and place in a serving dish. Pour half of the dressing over and lightly toss to coat. Top off with the remaining dressing.
by Season with Spice
Ingredients:
1 large bundle (about 2lbs) of fresh asparagus – tough ends trimmed
Oil for coating
Dressing:
1.5 tbsp of Season with Spice’s Spicy Korean Chili Seasoning
2 tbsp reduced sodium soy sauce, or tamari
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp water
1 tbsp rice vinegar, or apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
1 tbsp honey
Method:
1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, lime juice, water, vinegar, toasted sesame oil, honey, and Spicy Korean Chili Seasoning. Taste and adjust if needed.
2. Lightly coat asparagus with oil. Grill the asparagus spears for 5-8 minutes (depending on the thickness), until nicely charred and just tender – turning them every couple of minutes to brown evenly.
3. Remove asparagus from grill and place in a serving dish. Pour half of the dressing over and lightly toss to coat. Top off with the remaining dressing.
