Deep-Fried Parmesan Asparagus Fries

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons ground paprika
• 2 tablespoons garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 cups Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
• 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 bunch fresh asparagus , trimmed
• 1 cup peanut oil for frying , or as needed

Instructions

1. 1

   Mix together flour, paprika, garlic powder, baking powder, and salt in one bowl, eggs and buttermilk in another, and bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese in a third.

2. 2

   Coat each asparagus stalk in the flour blend, dunk into the egg mixture, then roll in the bread crumbs. Transfer to the refrigerator and let them rest for 30 minutes; this will help the breading stick during frying.

3. 3

   Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

4. 4

   Fry asparagus in the hot oil, working in batches as needed, until breading is golden brown, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Serve hot.