Baked Asparagus Fries
Ingredients:
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Directions:
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Prepare the Coating Stations:
- In the first shallow dish, place the all-purpose flour.
- In the second dish, add the beaten eggs.
- In the third dish, mix together the Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Asparagus:
- Dredge each asparagus spear in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Dip the floured spear into the beaten eggs, letting any extra egg drip off.
- Finally, coat the spear in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating sticks.
- Bake:
- Arrange the coated asparagus spears on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Lightly spray the asparagus fries with cooking spray.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Enjoy the baked asparagus fries hot, paired with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutritional Information:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 25-27 minutes
- Calories: 200 kcal per serving
- Servings: 4 servings
Delight in these crispy, golden-brown asparagus fries as a healthy and flavorful snack or side dish.
