If your usual grilled veggies need a shake-up, this Togarashi Grilled Asparagus brings the heat and a whole lot of flavor. It’s fast, bold, and takes just ten minutes. The smoky char from the grill mixes with the citrusy, spicy kick of Togarashi for a side dish that’ll make people stop and ask what’s in it. Perfect next to grilled meats or tossed on a rice bowl, this is how you keep asparagus from getting boring. Quick prep, simple seasoning, and serious payoff.

Togarashi Grilled Asparagus

Togarashi Grilled Asparagus uses just a few ingredients but really packs in serious flavor. Togarashi is a Japanese seasoning mix that usually includes chili flakes, sesame seeds, orange peel, and other bold ingredients. It gives this grilled asparagus a little heat, a little crunch, and a lot of attitude. You’re taking a spring veggie and making it stand out without needing sauces or complex prep. This is a smart side dish to keep in rotation all grilling season long.

Why You’ll Love This Dish

Ready In 10 Minutes – Fast enough for a weeknight but special enough for a cookout.
Big Flavor, Low Effort – Togarashi seasoning does all the heavy lifting.
Healthy and Fresh – Grilled veggies that taste like something you’d order out.
Pairs With Anything – Works next to steak, chicken, seafood, or tofu.
Minimal Cleanup – Just a pan and a grill.

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Togarashi Grilled Asparagus Shopping List

Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here’s the list of items you’ll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

Asparagus – Tender, earthy, and holds up well to high heat. Snap off woody ends before cooking.
Avocado Oil (or similar) – High smoke point and neutral flavor, perfect for grilling.
Kosher Salt – Enhances natural flavor and balances the heat.
Togarashi – Japanese spice mix with chili, sesame, citrus peel, and nori. Adds layered, zesty heat. Can substitute with chili flakes and a bit of sesame if needed.

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How To Make Togarashi Asparagus On The Grill

This is just the overview so you can see what you’re actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you’ll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.

Prep The Asparagus: Snap off the tough ends and place the asparagus on a sheet pan.
Oil & Season: Drizzle with oil, toss to coat, then sprinkle with kosher salt and Togarashi evenly.
Heat The Grill: Preheat your grill to 400°F (or high if using knobs without temp).
Grill: Place asparagus directly on the grates and cook for about 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
Serve: Pull them off the grill and plate right away. Serve hot.

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Tips For Success

Snap off the ends, instead of cutting

You can snap off the ends of asparagus, instead of cutting it. You just hold the asparagus spear with your hands and firmly bring your hands together bending the spear and let it naturally break. It will break where it becomes tough, saving you time guessing where to cut. I learned this years ago, and I have found it to be instrumental in getting rid of the woody part of the asparagus.

Grilled Asparagus With Togarashi FAQ

What Is Togarashi?

It’s a Japanese spice blend, often labeled as “Shichimi Togarashi,” made with chili flakes, sesame seeds, orange peel, and sometimes nori. It’s a great all-purpose seasoning for adding flavor and texture.

Can I Use A Grill Pan?

Yes. If your grates are too wide or you’re working with thin asparagus, a grill basket or broiler pan works great to keep them from falling through.

How Long Will Leftovers Keep?

Best eaten fresh, but you can refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet or oven to avoid sogginess.

Can I Make This Without A Grill?

Absolutely. Use a cast iron pan or roast in the oven at 425°F for about 10–12 minutes.

Is It Spicy?

It has a mild to moderate kick, depending on the brand of Togarashi. You can adjust the amount to suit your heat preference.

What if I can’t grill them right on the grates?

If you have troubles with wide grill grates and don’t want your vegetables directly on the grill, another great tip is to use a broiler pan for grilling. It keeps your asparagus contained, so they don’t slide through the grates but allows some smoke to get through from the bottom.

You can put skewers through the asparagus so that you can easily flip multiple asparagus spears at a time. This only works if you have really thick asparagus though, and I have found it to be more work than it’s worth.

I prefer the aluminum foil or broiler pan, but those are a few different options I find helpful.

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Serve This With…

Blackstone Chicken Teriyaki Chicken – A great match for bold Asian-inspired flavors.
Fried Rice On The Blackstone – Make a full grill meal with this easy side.
Shrimp Yakisoba – Use the same seasoning in the noodles. [pastarecipesdaily.com]
Korean Pork Tenderloin – The sweetness of the pork pairs nicely with the spiced asparagus.

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Yield: 4 servings

Togarashi Grilled Asparagus

Delicious Togarashi Grilled Asparagus uses a super flavorful Japanese seasoning mix to make grilled asparagus even more amazing than it already was. Like whoa.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

1 bunch asparagus
2 tablespoons avocado oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons Togarashi

Instructions

Break the ends off the asparagus, and put onto a large sheet pan.
Drizzle the oil over the asparagus and roll them around on the pan to evenly coat all sides.
Sprinkle evenly with salt and togarashi.
Turn your grill up to 400 degrees (or high, if you cannot control so precisely), let it get hot, and then carefully place the asparagus directly on the grates. If your grill doesn't allow for this, place the on a broiler pan and then onto the grill.
Cook for 5 minutes, or until tender crisp.
Remove and serve immediately.

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