SUGAR GRILLED ASPARAGUS

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A different spin on asparagus. Credit goes to Rory, the season 3 runner-up from the Food Network's "The Next Food Network Star". My little ones love their asparagus cooked this way!

Provided by hepcat1

Categories     Vegetable

Time 38m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch asparagus, about 20 spears
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 orange, zest of (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  • Cut the tough ends off asparagus, roll in oil and coat with sugar and salt. Place asparagus on the grill and cook for approximately 5 to 10 minutes, depending on how thick your asapragus is. Turn asparagus to ensure even cooking. You know the asparagus are done when sugar is caramelized and asparagus are starting to look burnt.
  • Sprinkle orange zest over asparagus before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.3, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 2.6, Sodium 604.5, Carbohydrate 39.9, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 35.4, Protein 3.8

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