Grilled Red Spring Onions with Lemon Herb Butter

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 2 bunches of red spring onions
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 50 g (3½ tbsp) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 garlic clove, finely minced
• 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• Optional: freshly grated Parmesan or crumbled feta

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with the garlic, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
2. Trim only the roots from the spring onions, leaving the green tops intact. Brush the onions with olive oil.
3. Grill over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes per side, until lightly charred and tender.
4. Transfer to a serving platter and immediately spoon the herb butter over the hot onions so it melts.
5. Finish with grated Parmesan or crumbled feta, if desired, and a little extra lemon zest.

Serve with

• Grilled ribeye or sirloin steak
• Grilled salmon or prawns
• Baked or grilled potatoes
• Crusty sourdough bread to soak up the melted butter

Asian Variation

Instead of the herb butter, drizzle the grilled onions with:

• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 tsp freshly grated ginger

Finish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallions.