Garlic Butter Asparagus on the Griddle
This griddle asparagus recipe is easy to make for a fantastic side dish. Cooked with a simple garlic butter and finished with fresh lemon juice and parmesan cheese, this will be your new favorite way to make asparagus on the Blackstone griddle.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh asparagus about 1 bunch
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 clove fresh garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Shake That All-Purpose Seasoning or salt and pepper
- ½ lemon zest and juice
- 2-3 tablespoons parmesan cheese freshly grated, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your Blackstone griddle with one zone on low heat. *This will be your asparagus cooking zone. The remainder of your griddle can be used to cook your main course.
- Prepare the asparagus by trimming off the woody ends (about 1-2 inches from the bottom).
- Add about 1 tablespoon of butter and the minced garlic to the low-heat zone on the griddle. Allow the butter to melt and the garlic to become fragrant.
- Arrange the asparagus in the garlic butter. Position the tips toward the cooler edge of the griddle and the thicker ends toward the center, as griddle edges run cooler than the middle.
- Cook the asparagus for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking and coating. Keep the heat on low to prevent burning the butter.
- Season to taste with your all-purpose seasoning or salt and pepper, then continue to cook another 1-2 minutes.
- Transfer the asparagus to a serving plate and squeeze on fresh lemon juice. Top with freshly grated parmesan if desired, and serve immediately.
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Notes
- Salted vs unsalted butter - If using unsalted butter, add salt to taste.
- Asparagus doneness - The asparagus is done when it's tender but still has a slight crisp texture. Asparagus tends to get flimsy as it rests, so be sure to not overcook.
- Don't skip the lemon zest - it balances the richness of the butter beautifully.