Crispy Chili-Garlic Asparagus (Print)

Golden asparagus spears baked with a chili-garlic crust, served with a spicy sriracha mayo dip.

# Components:

→ Asparagus Fries

01 - 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
02 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1 tablespoon milk
05 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
06 - 1/3 cup grated Asiago cheese
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1 teaspoon chili flakes
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - Cooking spray or olive oil for baking

→ Sriracha Mayo Dip

13 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
14 - 1 to 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
15 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
16 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
17 - Pinch of salt

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat with cooking spray or oil.
02 - Prepare three shallow bowls: Bowl 1 with flour, Bowl 2 with whisked eggs and milk, Bowl 3 with panko, Asiago cheese, garlic powder, chili flakes, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper combined.
03 - Dredge each asparagus spear in flour tapping off excess, dip into egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in breadcrumb mixture. Arrange coated spears on prepared baking sheet.
04 - Lightly spray asparagus fries with cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil for enhanced crispiness.
05 - Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden and crispy.
06 - Mix mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
07 - Transfer asparagus fries to a serving plate while hot and serve sriracha mayo on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Transforms nutritious asparagus into an addictive, crave-worthy snack
  • Perfect balance of crispy exterior and tender interior
  • The spicy kick from chili flakes pairs beautifully with the creamy sriracha mayo
  • Baked instead of fried for a healthier approach
  • Makes a stunning appetizer that will impress guests
02 -
  • Choose asparagus spears of medium thickness - too thin and they'll overcook before getting crispy, too thick and they may remain too firm
  • For extra crispiness, place the baking sheet in the oven while it preheats, then carefully add the breaded asparagus to the hot sheet
  • Make the sriracha mayo a day ahead and refrigerate to let the flavors develop more deeply
  • If you're sensitive to heat, start with half the amount of chili flakes and sriracha, then adjust to taste
  • Leftover asparagus fries can be reheated in an air fryer for 2-3 minutes to restore their crispiness
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