Grilled Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
We have actuallly had a Baked Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus recipe on the site for years. But lately, I find myself making it on the grill much more often. The prosciutto gets nice and crispy and you get a smokey flavor, expecially if you use charcoal. Plus, this recipe is about as easy as it gets. If you want you can top it with some shaved or grated Parmigianno-Reggiano cheese as soon as you take it off the grill, while it is still hot.
Grilled Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus Recipe
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Serves 4
16 large asparagus spears, tough ends removed
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
salt & pepper to taste
16 slices Prosciutto di Parma, sliced thin
- Place the asparagus in a baking dish or bowl. Add the extra-virgin olive oil, salt and pepper. Toss until the asparagus are well coated.
- Wrap each asparagus spear in one slice of prosciutto.
- Grill over direct medium heat on a gas or charcoal grill, turning occasionally, until prosciutto is crisp and asparagus are tender, but not limp. About 10 minutes.
- Transfer to a platter and serve hot.