Fried Asparagus Sticks Recipe

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Brief

Prep 15 mins

Cook: 10 mins

Total: 25 mins

Servings: 5

Yield: 5 servings

Fried Asparagus Sticks Recipe

Ingredients

1 cup vegetable oil for frying

or as needed

2 cups buttermilk

1 teaspoon ground paprika

1 teaspoon ground black pepper

1 ½ lemons

zested

½ cup all-purpose flour

1 bunch fresh asparagus

trimmed

Fresh Applesauce

Lunch

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1-inch vegetable oil in a deep-sided skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Whisk buttermilk paprika black pepper and lemon zest together in a wide bowl.

Step 3

Pour flour into a separate wide bowl.

Step 4

Place a paper towel-lined plate near the stove top.

Step 5

Dip 1/3 of asparagus in buttermilk mixture.

Step 6

Transfer asparagus to flour and coat thoroughly.

Step 7

Repeat with a second layer of buttermilk mixture and flour.

Step 8

Fry coated asparagus in the hot oil until golden brown 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer to the paper towel-lined plate.

Step 9

Repeat the battering and frying process until all the sticks are cooked. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information

Fried Asparagus Sticks Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:5

Calories: 145

% Daily Value *

Protein: 6.7g 13%

Carbohydrates: 18.6g 6%

Dietary Fiber: 2.7g 11%

Sugars: 6.5g

Fat: 5.6g 9%

Saturated Fat: 1.2g 6%

Cholesterol: 3.9mg 1%

Vitamin A Iu: 954.6IU 19%

Niacin Equivalents: 3mg 23%

Vitamin B6: 0.1mg 9%

Vitamin C: 8.8mg 15%

Folate: 75.8mcg 19%

Calcium: 142.4mg 14%

Iron: 2.8mg 16%

Magnesium: 28.2mg 10%

Potassium: 363.6mg 10%

Sodium: 105.4mg 4%

Thiamin: 0.3mg 26%

Calories From Fat: 50.1

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.