Description
Crispy Parmesan Asparagus Sticks are a delightful and flavorful appetizer or side dish that will have your taste buds singing with joy. These crunchy asparagus spears are coated in a crispy, cheesy crust and baked to perfection. Perfect for parties or as a tasty snack!
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1 lb fresh asparagus (trimmed)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Cooking spray or olive oil (for baking)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Prepare coating: Place flour in a shallow dish. Whisk eggs and water in another dish. Combine panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a third dish.
- Coat asparagus: Dredge each asparagus spear in flour, dip in egg mixture, then roll in Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to coat.
- Bake: Arrange coated asparagus on the baking sheet. Spray with cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use thinner asparagus spears.
- This recipe can also be made in an air fryer at 375°F for about 8–10 minutes.
- Great as an appetizer, snack, or side dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 5–6 sticks
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
