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Asparagus Barbecued with Garlic and Basil
Asparagus cooks beautifully on the barbecue when wrapped in foil. Cooked on the side of the barbecue they make a tasty accompaniment to an alfresco meal.
Portions: 6 Portions
Preparation: 5 minutes
Cooking: 10 minutes
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 large bunches of asparagus
- 1 garlic clove crushed
- zest from 1/4 lemon
- 3 tbsp basil, shredded
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- maldon salt and freshly ground black pepper
Method
- Asparagus with Garlic and Basil: Trim the woody bases of the asparagus and divide the trimmed asparagus spears among six 20-25cm squares of foil. Scatter a little garlic, lemon zest and basil over each portion, drizzle a little olive oil and season lightly. Fold in the sides of the foil to seal the asparagus in.
- To Cook: Place the parcels over medium hot coals on the side of the barbecue and cook for 8-10 minutes until tender. Keep warm until ready to serve.
