Best 3 Breaded Asparagus Recipes
Asparagus is a delicious and nutritious vegetable that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Breaded asparagus is a classic dish that is easy to make and always a hit. The asparagus is coated in a crispy breadcrumb mixture and then fried or baked until golden brown. The result is a tender asparagus spear with a crunchy exterior. Breaded asparagus can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. It is also a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
FRENCH BREADED ASPARAGUS
This was so good I couldn't resit posting it. It was on a little ticket attached to the asparagus I bought, grown in Mexico. Quite different and quite delicious!! I tweeked it to suit our tastes. (One hour chill time not included in cook time)
Provided by Derf2440
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Beat egg and mix with cold water.
- Mix crumbs, salt, cheese and paprika together.
- Dip asparagus in egg mixture then in crumb mixture, then in egg mixture again.
- Chill one hour.
- Heat oil in frypan,'til very hot but not smoking.
- Add breaded asparagus, fry, turning frequently until golden brown.
- Should be fried quickly, so the outside is browned but the asparagus is still crisp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.1, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 58.4, Sodium 795.8, Carbohydrate 14.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 3.2, Protein 8.4
BREADED ASPARAGUS
Use as a side dish or appetizer. This recipe comes from the The Joanne & Rick Pitino Wildcat Cookbook. This was printed while Rick was at the University of Kentucky.
Provided by Jacqueline in KY
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Steam asparagus, if fresh, can use whole canned asparagus in this recipe also.
- Dip in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs.
- Heat the 2 Tablespoons of oil in skillet and brown asparagus, turning gently.
- When golden, remove and serve.
- Note: The recipe says that Cauliflower can be done the same way, but I admit I have never tried it.
BREADED ASPARAGUS STICKS SIDE DISH
Even people who don't like asparagus will love this side dish. The Parmesan cheese makes this dish so appetizing.-Linda Ordorff, Waverly, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook the asparagus in a small amount of water until crisp-tender. Drain well. Combine 1-1/2 cups cheese and the bread crumbs on a plate. , In a shallow bowl, stir together eggs, salt and pepper sauce. Dip each asparagus spear in egg mixture and roll in crumbs to coat well. Chill 20 minutes. , In a skillet, heat butter and oil on medium-high. Brown the spears in a single layer, turning carefully. Remove and keep warm while browning remaining spears. Serve with additional cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 698mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
Tips:
- Choose thicker asparagus spears for a more substantial dish.
- Trim the tough ends of the asparagus spears before cooking.
- Use a light hand when breading the asparagus, so as not to overwhelm the flavor of the vegetable.
- If you don't have panko breadcrumbs, you can use regular breadcrumbs, but they will not be as crispy.
- Be careful not to overcrowd the asparagus when frying, or it will not cook evenly.
- Serve the asparagus immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Breaded asparagus is a simple but delicious dish that can be served as an appetizer or side dish. With its crispy coating and tender interior, it is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a more elegant dish for a special occasion, breaded asparagus is a great choice.
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