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Charred Asparagus

Charred Asparagus

Prep. Time:

5 minutes

Baking Time:

6 minutes

Total Time:

11 minutes

Serves:

12 spears (serves 4)

Ismail created this dish for MasterChef UK Professionals Series 18. A component of the Spiced Lamb Chop with Herb Crust: asparagus spears oiled, salted, and cooked on a screaming-hot griddle until tender and charred at the tips. The char provides a bitter, smoky counterpoint to the richly spiced lam...

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Ingredients

Asparagus spears, woody ends snapped (12 spears, approx 200g; medium thickness preferred)
Olive oil (15ml / 1 tbsp)
Flaky salt (½ tsp)

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Instructions

1. Toss asparagus spears in olive oil and flaky salt until evenly coated.
2. Heat a ridged griddle pan or cast-iron skillet over high heat until smoking. Cook asparagus in a single layer 2–3 minutes per side until tender and charred at the tips. Alternatively, cook directly over a gas flame using tongs for a more intense char.
3. Serve immediately.

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