Golden Air Fried Asparagus (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1/2 pound thin asparagus (or 1 pound thick asparagus, trimmed)
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2 large eggs
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3 tablespoons plain flour
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan
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3/4 cup crispy panko crumbs
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Optional dip of your choice (to serve)
# Instructions:
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Thoroughly rinse the asparagus, pat until dry, and chop off the tough ends.
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In a wide bowl, mix together the eggs, ground pepper, garlic powder, flour, and salt. Blend until smooth.
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Grind parmesan, breadcrumbs, and red chilies in a food processor until just combined. Spread evenly on a dish.
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Roll each asparagus spear in the egg mixture first, then coat it evenly with the breadcrumb-parmesan mix. Set aside.
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Turn on the air fryer and let it preheat to 400°F, taking about 7 minutes.
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Layer asparagus pieces in the fryer basket without crowding them. Give a light spray of oil to help crisp up (optional). Cook for 6-8 minutes until they’re golden brown.
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Serve hot with your favorite sauce on the side, like marinara or ranch.
# Notes:
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Don’t stack the asparagus in the fryer. Keep them in one layer for the crispiest results.
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Thicker spears hold up better than thinner pieces when frying and cooling.
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Adding a spray of non-stick oil makes the coating extra golden, but feel free to skip this step for a no-oil version.