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Fried Asparagus Sticks Recipe

Recipe by: mmmhmmmgood

"This recipe is a tasty way to get in your veggies that even kids and picky eaters will enjoy!"

Directions

1Heat 1-inch vegetable oil in a deep-sided skillet over medium heat.
2Whisk buttermilk, paprika, black pepper, and lemon zest together in a wide bowl.
3Pour flour into a separate wide bowl.
4Place a paper towel-lined plate near the stove top.
5Dip 1/3 of asparagus in buttermilk mixture.
6Transfer asparagus to flour and coat thoroughly.
7Repeat with a second layer of buttermilk mixture and flour.
8Fry coated asparagus in the hot oil until golden brown, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer to the paper towel-lined plate.
9Repeat the battering and frying process until all the sticks are cooked. Serve immediately.

Footnotes

Cook's note:
Add a 1-inch cube of bread to the hot oil to check if it is ready. If it turns deep golden brown in color after a count of 40, the oil is ready. If the bread cube browns too quickly, turn down the heat and wait a few minutes for it to cool.
Editor's note:
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

Ingredients