**Grilled Belgian Endive: A Delightful Vegetable Side Dish**
Grilled Belgian endive is a healthy and flavorful side dish that can add a touch of sophistication to any meal. Made with fresh Belgian endives, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, this grilled vegetable dish is not only delicious but also visually appealing. With its slightly bitter flavor and crisp texture, grilled Belgian endive pairs well with a variety of main courses, including grilled meats, fish, and poultry. In addition to the classic grilled Belgian endive recipe, this article also offers variations such as grilled Belgian endive with bacon, grilled Belgian endive with goat cheese, and grilled Belgian endive with parmesan cheese. Each variation offers a unique flavor profile that is sure to please different palates. Whether you're looking for a healthy side dish or a flavorful appetizer, grilled Belgian endive is a versatile and delicious option that is sure to impress your guests.
GRILLED BELGIAN ENDIVE
Who knew salad ingredients would taste so good grilled? A simple and elegant accompaniment to any dish. This can be prepared on the outdoor grill or easily made up on a stove top grill pan.
Provided by threeovens
Categories Greens
Time 15m
Yield 8 pieces, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat an outdoor grill or stove top grill pan over high heat.
- Trim the tough, woody bottom of the endive leaving just enough for the leaves to remain connected. Cut the endives in half, lengthwise. Combine the oil and 1/2 tablespoon fresh oregano. Brush the cut sides of the endive with the oil oregano mixture.
- Brush grill grates or grill pan lightly with olive oil. Grill the endives on the grill by placing them cut side down and cooking until the edges are browned and curled, about 3 - 4 minutes. Remove to serving dish and drizzle with balsamic vinegar, remaining oregano, salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.1, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 114, Carbohydrate 18, Fiber 16, Sugar 1.9, Protein 6.5
GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN AND BELGIAN ENDIVE AND TOMATO CHILE JAM
Steps:
- Mince garlic and mash to a paste with 1 teaspoon salt using a large heavy knife, then stir together garlic paste, rosemary, pepper, and 1 tablespoon oil in a small bowl. Pat pork dry and rub all over with paste. Marinate, uncovered, at room temperature 20 minutes.
- While pork marinates, prepare grill for cooking. If using a charcoal grill, open vents on bottom of grill, then light charcoal. Charcoal fire is medium-hot when you can hold your hand 5 inches above rack for 3 to 4 seconds. If using a gas grill, preheat burners on high, covered, 10 minutes, then reduce heat to moderate.
- While grill is heating, set a box grater into a shallow dish, then rub cut sides of tomatoes against large teardrop-shaped holes to remove as much tomato pulp as possible (discard skins). Boil tomato pulp, sugar, red pepper flakes, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in a 4-quart heavy pot, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until reduced to about 1 1/2 cups, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer tomato jam to a bowl set in a larger bowl of ice and cold water and cool to room temperature, stirring.
- Brush both sides of endive halves with remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil and season with salt. Grill pork and endives on lightly oiled grill rack, turning over occasionally, until thermometer inserted diagonally into center of pork registers 150°F and endives are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer pork to a cutting board and let stand 5 minutes. (Internal temperature will rise to about 155°F while standing.) Serve pork with endives and tomato chile jam.
GRILLED SPICY SHRIMP WITH FRESH PLUMS + BELGIAN ENDIVE SALAD WITH PASSION FRUIT VINAIGRETTE
Categories Shellfish
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- GRILLED SPICY SHRIMP WITH FRESH PLUMS + BELGIAN ENDIVE SALAD INSTRUCTIONS: * Combine olive oil, chile pepper paste and ground pepper-marinate shrimp for at least one hour. * Grill shrimp on one side for 2 minutes, then turn and finish (1 minute) and set aside. * Mix endive, plums and red onion in a bowl, then add 1 teaspoon of sherry vinegar and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. * Add salt and pepper to taste and mix garnish with chives. * Place shrimp on salad, drizzle on passion fruit vinaigrette. PASSION FRUIT VINAIGRETTE INSTRUCTIONS: * Puree in blender all ingredients except olive oil. * Add olive oil slowly while machine is on-add all of the oil gradually. * Add salt and pepper to taste.
GRILLED BELGIAN ENDIVE AND BLUE CHEESE GRATINéE
Categories Cheese Dairy Leafy Green Appetizer Broil Vegetarian Backyard BBQ Casserole/Gratin Blue Cheese Fall Spring Winter Grill/Barbecue Endive Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat) and preheat broiler. Place endive in single layer on baking sheet. Brush endive with 4 tablespoons oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until crisp-tender, about 1 minute per side. Return to baking sheet. Sprinkle with cheese. Broil until cheese melts and bubbles, about 2 minutes. Transfer to platter. Drizzle with 1/2 tablespoon oil and vinegar. Top with parsley.
Tips:
- Choose the right endives: Look for firm, compact heads with tightly closed leaves. Avoid any that are wilted or have brown spots.
- Trim the endives: Cut off the root end and any tough outer leaves.
- Parboil the endives: This helps to soften the leaves and make them more pliable. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the endives. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the leaves are bright green and slightly tender. Drain the endives and rinse them with cold water.
- Season the endives: Drizzle the endives with olive oil and sprinkle them with salt and pepper. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
- Grill the endives: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the endives for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are slightly charred and tender.
Conclusion:
Grilled Belgian endives are a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed on their own or as part of a larger meal. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. And they are also low in calories and fat. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give grilled Belgian endives a try.
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