How to Make Smoked Asparagus - A Step-by-Step Guide

Asparagus is a versatile and tasty vegetable that is a favorite among many people. It is often enjoyed steamed, roasted, or grilled, but have you ever tried smoking it? Smoking asparagus gives it a unique and delicious flavor that will take your vegetable game to the next level.

Smoking asparagus is a simple and straightforward process that requires just a few ingredients and a smoker. The result is tender, smoky, and perfectly cooked asparagus that will be a hit at any meal or gather...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, sliced thin
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • salt to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 ½ pounds asparagus, trimmed

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 1 1/2 pounds asparagus

  • Place the charcoal into the bottom pan of the smoker. Light the coals and wait for the temperature of the smoker to come to 240 degrees F (115 degrees C).
  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan, stir in the garlic and cook over low heat until just tender. Remove from the heat and mix in the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
  • Arrange the onions in the bottom of a large cast iron skillet or heat-resistant glass container. Spread asparagus spears over the onions. Drizzle the butter and garlic mixture over the asparagus. Place the uncovered skillet or baking dish on the top grate of the preheated smoker.
  • Close the smoker and cook the asparagus until tender, about 1 hour.
  • Nutrition

    68 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 43mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 12mg
    • Calcium: 33mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 272mg