Best 7 Breaded Asparagus Sticks Side Dish Recipes

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Are you craving a crispy and flavor-packed side dish to accompany your main course? Look no further than our comprehensive guide to crafting the perfect breaded asparagus sticks. This delectable treat offers a delightful combination of textures, with a crispy exterior yielding to tender-crisp asparagus spears. Whether you prefer a classic breadcrumb coating or a more adventurous panko-herb crust, we've got you covered. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven or fire up your air fryer, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will elevate your meals to new heights.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

FRIED ASPARAGUS STICKS



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This recipe is a tasty way to get in your veggies that even kids and picky eaters will enjoy!

Provided by mmmhmmmgood

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 25m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

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

Steps:

  • Heat 1-inch vegetable oil in a deep-sided skillet over medium heat.
  • Whisk buttermilk, paprika, black pepper, and lemon zest together in a wide bowl.
  • Pour flour into a separate wide bowl.
  • Place a paper towel-lined plate near the stove top.
  • Dip 1/3 of asparagus in buttermilk mixture.
  • Transfer asparagus to flour and coat thoroughly.
  • Repeat with a second layer of buttermilk mixture and flour.
  • Fry coated asparagus in the hot oil until golden brown, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer to the paper towel-lined plate.
  • Repeat the battering and frying process until all the sticks are cooked. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Cholesterol 3.9 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 105.4 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

CRUNCH CRAZY ASPARAGUS SPEARS



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound medium asparagus (about 20 spears)
2 egg whites
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
Extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Prepare the asparagus by trimming off the tough woody stem.
  • Set up a breading station by whipping the egg whites and mayonnaise together (the mayonnaise helps the whites stick to the asparagus). Sprinkle with some salt and pepper.
  • In a separate, dish add the panko, Parmesan, Italian seasoning and paprika. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and mix. Dip each asparagus spear in the egg wash and then coat evenly in the seasoned panko breadcrumbs. Place the spears on a wire rack over a baking sheet and lightly drizzle with some olive oil (this will help them crisp up).
  • Bake until golden and crispy, 15 to 17 minutes. Serve immediately.

SIMPLEST ASPARAGUS GRATIN



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Cover cooked asparagus with cheese, stick it under the broiler until the top is golden brown and crisp around the edges, and you have a fabulous and elegant dish. You can prepare any of the variations using asparagus instead of the suggested alternative vegetable. Other cooked vegetables you can use: green or wax beans, artichoke hearts, fennel, eggplant, leeks, spinach, celery root, parsnips, zucchini, winter squash or sweet potatoes.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon unsalted butter or olive oil for the pan
Salt and pepper
1 1/2 to 2 pounds asparagus, trimmed
6 ounces Gruyere or Swiss cheese, cut into large cubes
8 spring fresh flat-leaf parsley
About 1/2 large loaf French or Italian bread, preferably a day or two old
Pinch paprika, optional

Steps:

  • Adjust an oven rack to about 4 inches from the heat source; turn on the broiler. Grease a shallow medium baking pan or gratin dish with the butter.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook until bright green and tender, about 5 minutes. Remove to an ice bath to stop the cooking then drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Add the cheese to the food processor and pulse until large crumbs form. Add the parsley and pulse 3 or 4 more times until it is about the same size as the cheese crumbs. Tear the bread into pieces and add to the food processor. Pulse a few times, then let the machine run for a few seconds, until coarsely chopped.
  • Put the asparagus in the dish and top with the breadcrumb mixture. Broil for 3 to 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden. Sprinkle with a few grinds pepper and the paprika if you like, and serve.

ASPARAGUS SIDE DISH



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This a deliciously easy way to prepare asparagus. Sometimes I add julienned carrots and steam them together. It all looks very pretty with the colors.

Provided by CariCooks

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 17m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
⅔ cup water
¼ cup olive oil
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
10 grape tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Combine the asparagus and water in a 10 inch skillet and place over medium heat; cover. Allow the asparagus to steam until tender, about 10 minutes; drain. Reduce heat to low and return the skillet to the heat. Drizzle olive oil over the asparagus; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Add the grape tomatoes to the skillet and replace the lid. Allow to sit covered until the cheese melts and the tomatoes are slightly steamed, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 8.8 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 160.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

FRIED ASPARAGUS



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This battered asparagus is a favorite at events. It's fun to eat with a side of ranch dressing for dipping. -Lori Kimble, Montgomery, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup cornstarch
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup beer or nonalcoholic beer
3 large egg whites
2-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
Oil for deep-fat frying
Ranch salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Combine beer and egg whites; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Dip asparagus into batter., In a deep cast-iron or electric skillet, heat 1-1/2 in. oil to 375°. Fry asparagus in batches until golden brown, 2-3 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with ranch dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 207mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

PARMESAN CRUSTED ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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Roasted asparagus with a parmesan crumb topping.

Provided by Elyse

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

nonstick cooking spray
1 pound asparagus
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup garlic croutons

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Cut the rough ends off the asparagus and place in prepared pan.
  • Generously spray nonstick cooking spray on top of asparagus.
  • Sprinkle Parmesan cheese in an even layer on top of asparagus.
  • Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Place croutons in a resealable bag and crush using a rolling pin until fine crumbs form or place in a food processor.
  • Sprinkle crouton crumbs on top of asparagus and spray again with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until crumb topping is golden brown and asparagus can be easily pierced with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 323 kcal, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Sodium 628 mg, Carbohydrate 40 g, Sugar 8 g, Protein 23 mg

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH CRUNCHY PARMESAN TOPPING



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Make and share this Roasted Asparagus With Crunchy Parmesan Topping recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Vegetable

Time 24m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup breadcrumbs, preferably homemade
1/2 cup freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
1 1/2 lbs asparagus
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 450 degrees. Combine the bread crumbs and Parmesan.
  • Rinse asparagus and break off woody bottoms. Peel if thick. Lay stalks in a baking dish that will hold them in two or three layers. If the asparagus are thick, add a splash of water. Drizzle with the olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper; place in oven.
  • Roast until the asparagus are tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Test for doneness by piercing a spear with point of a sharp knife; it should slide in but meet a little resistance. (Up to this point, the recipe can be made as much as two hours before serving; just leave asparagus at room temperature.).
  • Turn on broiler and place rack as close as possible to heating element. Top asparagus with cheese-crumb mixture and run under broiler to brown for 1-2 minutes. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.9, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 4.8, Sodium 195, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 2.1, Protein 6.5

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, thick asparagus spears for the best results.
  • Use panko breadcrumbs for a crispy coating.
  • Season the breadcrumbs with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper for extra flavor.
  • Dip the asparagus spears in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs, making sure to coat them evenly.
  • Shallow fry the asparagus spears in hot oil until golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve the asparagus sticks with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing or marinara sauce.

Conclusion:

Breaded asparagus sticks are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. They are also a great appetizer or snack. With their crispy coating and tender asparagus spears, these breaded asparagus sticks are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So next time you're looking for a tasty and easy side dish, give these breaded asparagus sticks a try.

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