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How to Cook Grilled Romaine Lettuce - Episode 65

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Grilled Romaine Lettuce

Cultural Context

Grilled romaine lettuce has gained popularity in American cuisine as a unique and flavorful side dish. This preparation highlights the natural sweetness of the lettuce while adding a delightful smoky flavor from the grill. It's often served in restaurants and at home gatherings, showcasing how simple ingredients can be transformed through grilling. The dish can be customized with various toppings and dressings, making it a versatile addition to any meal.

AmericanUSside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 head romaine lettuce
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated mozzarella

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

1

Trim off a couple of the outer leaves of the romaine lettuce that are not fresh.

2

Slice the romaine lettuce in halves or quarters, leaving the root on.

3

Sprinkle kosher salt on the inside of the romaine.

4

Drizzle extra virgin olive oil on the inside of the romaine.

5

Preheat the grill to high heat.

6

Place the romaine halves cut-side down on the grill.

7

Grill for about 1-2 minutes until grill marks appear, checking after 1 minute.

8

Add a little olive oil and salt to the back side of the romaine before flipping.

9

Grill the other side for another minute until grill marks appear, ensuring the inside remains crunchy.

10

Trim off the roots before plating the grilled romaine.

11

Sprinkle parmesan cheese on top of the grilled romaine.

12

Add fresh ground black pepper before serving.

Cooking Techniques

grilling

Equipment Needed

grillbasting brushtongs

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-freedairy-free

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Grilled RomaineCharred Romaine

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