Description
These Crispy Parmesan Asparagus Sticks are a delicious and healthy appetizer or side dish. Fresh asparagus spears are coated in a crispy Parmesan breadcrumb mixture and baked to perfection. They are perfect for parties or as a flavorful snack.
Ingredients
Fresh Asparagus:
1 bunch trimmed
All-Purpose Flour:
½ cup
Eggs:
2 large, beaten
Panko Breadcrumbs:
¾ cup
Grated Parmesan Cheese:
½ cup
Garlic Powder:
½ teaspoon
Black Pepper:
¼ teaspoon
Salt:
¼ teaspoon
Cooking Spray or Olive Oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or greasing.
- Dredging Station: Set up three shallow bowls for dredging – flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat Asparagus: Dredge each asparagus spear in flour, then egg, and coat with the Parmesan-panko mixture. Place on baking sheet.
- Bake: Lightly spray the coated asparagus with cooking spray or olive oil. Bake for 12–15 minutes until crispy and golden.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with marinara, ranch, or garlic aioli for dipping.
Notes
- Thinner asparagus spears are recommended for quicker cooking and extra crispiness.
- The sticks can also be air fried at 375°F for 8–10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6–8 asparagus sticks
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
