Fried Asparagus

Name: Fried Asparagus
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2-1/2 dozen.
Ingredients: 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 egg whites; 2-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed; Oil for deep-fat frying; Ranch salad dressing

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

Ingredients

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 egg whites
2-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
Oil for deep-fat frying
Ranch salad dressing

Directions

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

Originally published as Deep Fried Asparagus in Simple & Delicious July/August 2007

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gennice

Apr 24, 2013

first time and will keep trying, over and over till I can master it. What I did was good but had to must batter, but still good
juliesprincess

Mar 7, 2010

These are awesome! I'm not big on frying but I will do it for this recipe.