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Oven-Baked Crispy Parmesan Asparagus Fries ready to eat sitting on parchment paper

Oven-Baked Crispy Parmesan Asparagus Fries

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or aluminum foil
  • Wire rack (optional for extra crispiness)
  • Mixing bowls (1 shallow dish, 1 shallow bowl)
  • Zip-top bag (for breadcrumb mixture)
  • Tongs or fork
  • Paper Towels

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound of asparagus woody ends trimmed
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese grated
  • ½ cup bread crumb or panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 egg
  • Juice of ½ fresh lemon 1-2 tbsp
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Cooking spray
  • Optional: garlic powder, red pepper flakes, or cloves of garlic for extra flavor

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to broil on high. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Lightly coat with cooking spray.
  • In a zip-top bag, combine parmesan cheese and bread crumb (or panko crumbs). Smash lightly, then mix in salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Pour into a shallow dish.
  • In a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice until smooth.
  • Pat asparagus stalks dry with paper towels. Dip 5–6 spears at a time into the egg mixture.
  • Transfer asparagus into the breadcrumb mixture, coating each spear completely.
  • Place spears in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Spray lightly with cooking spray for extra crispiness.
  • Broil for 8–10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. For thicker spears, extend cooking time to 15–20 minutes.
  • Serve warm with garlic aioli, ranch dressing, or your favorite dipping sauce.