asparagus "fries"

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Roz Wenrich

A great side dish for any meal. Easy and pretty enough for guests.

(1 rating)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For asparagus "fries"

  • 1 bunch
    thin asparagus, trimmed
  • 2
    egg whites
  • 3/4 c
    seasoned panko crumbs
  • 1/4 c
    flour
  • 1/4 c
    parmesan cheese
  • kosher salt, to taste
  • black pepper, to taste

How To Make asparagus "fries"

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or brush foil lined pan lightly with oil. In a medium dish gently whisk egg whites. {Reserve the yolks for another purpose}
  • 2
    In another medium sized bowl add Panko, flour, grated Parmesan, and a pinch of salt and pepper, stir.
  • 3
    Roll a few of the asparagus in the egg whites, drain off a bit of excess and then roll in the panko/Parmesan to coat. Place on the prepared pan and repeat with the remaining asparagus.
  • 4
    Pop into the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes flipping the asparagus over half way through. Continue to bake until the outside is lightly golden. Let cool for a few minutes before serving
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