When it comes to grilled vegetable side dishes, lightly charred asparagus is almost always a perfect "go to".  Here's a recipe from Chef Wendell Price for your next cookout!

BARBECUE GRILLED ASPARAGUS

Recipe created by chef Wendell Price of Wendell’s World Beat Grilled on behalf of the makers of Kingsford® Charcoal

“Memphis is known for its outstanding BBQ.  I’ve taken it a step further and created a side dish that will complement any Memphis-style BBQ dish.” 

Preparation Time:  5 minutes

Cooking Time:  3 minutes

Serves: 4 – 6

Ingredients

¾ cup KC Masterpiece® Original BBQ Sauce

1/8 cup Worcestershire sauce

1/8 cup soy sauce

½ teaspoon garlic, minced

½ teaspoon Dijon mustard

1 bunch green asparagus, trimmed   

Instructions

Light grill using Kingsford briquets.

In small bowl, combine sauces, garlic and mustard.  Brush marinade mixture over asparagus.  Place asparagus on uncovered grill over direct heat for 3 minutes, or until tender, rotating once.