Crispy and Delicious Fried Asparagus Sticks Recipe

Indulge in the crispy and flavorful bite of fried asparagus sticks. This easy-to-make appetizer is perfect for parties, gatherings, or simply as a delightful snack. The asparagus spears are coated in a seasoned batter, deep-fried to perfection, and served with a tangy dipping sauce. Impress your guests with this crowd-pleasing recipe that brings out the natural goodness of asparagus in a fun and crispy way.

Ingredients

• 1 pound asparagus spears
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup buttermilk
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• Tangy dipping sauce, for serving

Directions

1. Start by preparing the asparagus spears. Trim off the tough ends and cut them into 4-5 inch long sticks.
2. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
3. Pour the buttermilk into another shallow bowl.
4. Dip each asparagus stick into the flour mixture, coating it evenly. Shake off any excess flour.
5. Next, dip the coated asparagus stick into the buttermilk, ensuring it is fully coated.
6. Return the stick back into the flour mixture and coat it again. Shake off any excess flour.
7. Repeat the steps for all the asparagus sticks and place them on a plate.
8. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium heat. The oil should be deep enough to fully submerge the asparagus sticks.
9. Once the oil is hot, carefully place a few asparagus sticks into the pan, allowing them to fry until golden brown and crispy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
10. Using tongs, remove the fried sticks from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
11. Repeat the frying process with the remaining asparagus sticks.
12. Serve the fried asparagus sticks immediately with a tangy dipping sauce.
13. Enjoy the crispy and flavorful delight!

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