Beef Wrapped Asparagus

Elevate your appetizer game with these Beef Wrapped Asparagus spears, a delicious combination of tender beef, fresh asparagus, and bold, smoky flavor from Benissimo Chili Chipotle Oil. Each spear is marinated with lime juice, garlic seasoning, and chipotle oil for a savory, slightly spicy kick, then finished with shaved Parmesan for a touch of elegance. This is one of those easy recipes that feels gourmet, making it perfect for weeknight recipes when you want a special meal or as a standout family recipe for gatherings and dinner parties.

Makes 12 servings

Ingredients:

2 teaspoons lime juice
2 teaspoons Oh! so Garlic! Seasoning
½ cup Chili Chipotle Oil
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
12 fresh asparagus, blanched in salt water
1 strip loin steak (about 1 pound), semi frozen
½ cup fresh Parmesan cheese, shaved

Instructions:

To make marinade:

Combine lime juice, Oh! so Garlic! Seasoning and Chili Chipotle Oil in a small bowl.  Place in a marinating dish or large re-sealable plastic bag.

To prepare beef wrapped asparagus:

1. Season semi frozen beef steak with salt and fresh ground black pepper, cut into 12 long thin stripes.  Wrap each strip around one asparagus spear, add to the marinade and chill one hour or overnight.
2. Heat a large sauté pan to medium-high and add wrapped beef asparagus.  Cook until beef is nicely browned. 
3. Remove to plate and garnish with Parmesan curls (use a vegetable peeler to make curls).

These Beef Wrapped Asparagus spears show that sophisticated flavor can come from simple, fresh ingredients. The smoky chipotle, bright lime, and garlicky marinade perfectly complement the tender beef and crisp asparagus, creating a dish that’s ideal for easy recipes and fuss-free entertaining. Perfect for weeknight recipes, casual dinners, or impressing guests with a creative family recipe, this appetizer—or main accompaniment—turns everyday ingredients into something memorable. Quick to prepare, full of flavor, and visually stunning, it’s a dish that will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.