Fried Asparagus Sticks

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This fried asparagus sticks recipe is a tasty way to get in your veggies. Even kids and picky eaters will enjoy!

Submitted by mmmhmmmgood
Updated on June 3, 2024
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
5
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 5 servings

  • 1 cup vegetable oil, or as needed

  • 2 cups buttermilk

  • 1 ½ lemons, zested

  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika

  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed

Directions

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

  2. Whisk buttermilk, lemon zest, paprika, and black pepper together in a wide bowl. Pour flour into a separate wide bowl. Place a paper towel-lined plate near the stovetop.

  3. Dip 1/3 of asparagus into buttermilk mixture. Dredge in flour; coat thoroughly. Repeat with a second layer of buttermilk mixture and flour. Place coated asparagus, unstacked, onto a baking sheet. Repeat with remaining asparagus.

  4. Fry coated asparagus, in three batches, in hot oil until golden brown, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer to the paper towel-lined plate. Repeat frying until all the sticks are cooked. Serve immediately.

Cook's note:

Add a 1-inch cube of bread to the hot oil to check if it is ready. If it turns deep golden brown in color after a count of 40, the oil is ready. If the bread cube browns too quickly, turn down the heat and wait a few minutes for it to cool.

Editor's note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of coating ingredients. The actual amount of coating consumed will vary. We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

145 Calories
6g Fat
19g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 145
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 7%
Saturated Fat 1g 6%
Cholesterol 4mg 1%
Sodium 105mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate 19g 7%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 7g 13%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 142mg 11%
Iron 3mg 16%
Potassium 364mg 8%

* 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.