Simple Recipes for Every Day
Grilled Asparagus with Balsamic Reduction
- Serves: 4
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
Ingredients
Balsamic Reduction
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar or honey
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Asparagus
- 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- ½ cup balsamic reduction
- ¼ cup pine nuts, toasted
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese
Method
Make the balsamic reduction. Heat a medium pot over medium high heat. Add the balsamic vinegar, sugar, and salt and bring to a simmer. Cook until reduced by half, about 8 minutes. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch with ¼ cup cold water. Reduce the heat to low and stir in cornstarch slurry. Cook, stirring, until the mixture thickens, about 4 minutes more. Store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.
Make the asparagus. Preheat the grill on high. Toss the asparagus with the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place the asparagus on the grill and cook, until tender, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
Transfer the asparagus to a serving platter. Drizzle the asparagus with the balsamic reduction and additional olive oil. Sprinkle with pine nuts and parmesan. Serve immediately.