Cheesy Asparagus Fries Recipe

"Great recipe for the air-fryer, but can also be baked in the oven. I've classified as an appetizer, but also makes a good side dish. This is one of the few recipes where it's ok to use the canned green stuff they call parmesan cheese. LOL... Recipe from Skinny Taste"

Original is 4 servings

Metric US

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Ingredients

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1 pound asparagus, about 20 THICK spears
2/3 cup seasoned panko crumbs
2/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, or gluten-free flour
2 large eggs, beaten
Olive oil spray

Nutritional

Serving Size: 1 (184.3 g)
Calories 217.5
Total Fat - 7.7 g
Saturated Fat - 3.4 g
Cholesterol - 115 mg
Sodium - 464.9 mg
Total Carbohydrate - 23.4 g
Dietary Fiber - 4.5 g
Sugars - 3 g
Protein - 15.4 g
Calcium - 270.6 mg
Iron - 2.4 mg
Vitamin C - 78 mg
Thiamin - 0.3 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Prepare the asparagus by breaking off the tough ends. Not necessary, but if desired, shave the tougher skin off the thickest part of each spear.

Step 2

In a large shallow bowl, combine the panko and parmesan cheese. Set aside.

Step 3

In another large shallow bowl, combine the eggs and flour. Whisk well.

Step 4

Dip one spear at a time into the egg/flour mixture, turning to coat. Then dip in the panko mixture, turning to coat. Spray generously with olive oil and place the spear in the air fryer basket.

Step 5

Repeat with remaining spears, making sure they are placed in an even layer in the basket.

Step 6

Turn air-fryer to 380 F, then air fry the asparagus for 6-7 minutes, flipping halfway through. Fry until golden and tender.

To Oven Fry:

Step 7

Preheat oven to 425 F while preparing the asparagus. Spray a sheet pan with oil and place the breaded asparagus on it in an even layer. Spray the asparagus with olive oil and bake 12-14 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and tender.