Fried Asparagus Sticks

2 Reviews

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 10 min
Ready In: 25 min

“This recipe is a tasty way to get in your veggies that even kids and picky eaters will enjoy!” - by mmmhmmmgood

Ingredients

1 cup vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
2 cups buttermilk
1 teaspoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 1/2 lemons, zested
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed

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Original recipe yields 5 servings

Directions

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

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (5 total)

Calories
145 cal
7%

Fat
5.6 g
9%

Carbs
18.6 g
6%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Deeli

Mar. 24, 2012

"I love your idea of using lemon zest and double coating the asparagus! Might I suggest placing the seasonings in the flour instead of the buttermilk because most of the seasoning will simply drip off ..." See morebefore being rolled in the flour otherwise. If it's in the flour it will stick."