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Home » Appetizers » Crispy Baked Asparagus Fries with Lemon Pepper Sauce

Crispy Baked Asparagus Fries with Lemon Pepper Sauce

Published: Mar 20, 2019 · Modified: May 14, 2020 by Ashley Lecker · This post may contain affiliate links · 14 Comments

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asparagus fries on a baking sheet

Welcome to the March Fantastical Food Fight! The Fantastical Food Fight selects an ingredient each month as a theme, and we create recipes inspired by this theme. This month the theme is asparagus. Since spring is here it was the perfect choice.

asparagus fries on a baking sheet

I love asparagus, and look forward to it when the first signs of spring begin to emerge. Typically, we grill or roast our asparagus, but I was in the mood for something different and made these delicious asparagus fries. If you follow me on Instagram you know I talked about how amazing and crispy these fries are- so good! I use a very simple process to get the best crispy crust on my fries. Egg wash- flour/Parmesan-egg wash- Parmesan/panko. These yummy fries get two dunks into Parmesan, and the double egg wash gives them a nice sturdy exterior without frying, and they are perfect for dipping.

I serve these fries with a lemon pepper sauce, and it is a mouthwatering combo. The sauce is mayo based, and includes fresh lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and a generous portion of pepper.

asparagus fries on a baking sheet

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asparagus fries on a baking sheet

I bake these fries for about 15 minutes, but I recommend keeping an eye on them around 13 minutes because the thickness of the asparagus can impact baking time. I like to get a medium thickness, like pictures, thin asparagus tends to not hold up as well, and thick tend to not be cooked in 15 minutes.

asparagus fries on a baking sheet

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asparagus fries dipped in sauce

My husband, kiddos, and mom helped me taste test this recipe and they all loved our favorite veggie crispy and ready for dipping. My kids especially loved the sauce which I expected since they love to dunk their food these days. The sauce is delicious with the Parmesan crust- don't skip it!

asparagus fries dipped in sauce

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asparagus fries on a baking sheet

Crispy Baked Asparagus Fries with Lemon Pepper Sauce

5 from 7 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
 
 

Asparagus

  • 1 lb fresh asparagus, ends trimmed (medium thickness)
  • ½ cup flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 ¼ cups plain panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Lemon Pepper Sauce

  • ½ cup mayo
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • juice of ½ a fresh lemon
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • pinch of salt

Instructions
 

  • Pre-heat oven to 425°F. 
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. 
  • Place three plates in the work area. One one place mix flour and ¼ cup Parmesan cheese. One second plate, add the eggs. On the third plate, add panko, ¼ cup Parmesan, salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper. 
  • Place a few pieces of asparagus in the egg wash, next dip it in the flour, next dip it back in the egg wash, and finally roll to coat the asparagus in the panko.  Place asparagus on the baking sheet. Complete process with remaining asparagus. 
  • Place asparagus in the oven and bake for 13-15 minutes. The coating will be light brown and crispy. While the asparagus cooks, make the sauce. 
  • To make the sauce, combine all sauce ingredients and stir. Set it in the fridge while you wait for the asparagus to finish cooking. 
  • Remove asparagus from the oven and serve with the lemon pepper sauce. 
Tried this recipe? I'd love to see it! Mention @CheeseCurdInParadise or tag #cheesecurdinparadise on Instagram!
asparagus fries on a baking sheet
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  1. Karen

    March 20, 2019 at 2:02 pm

    These look delicious! What a unique way to prepare asparagus!

    Reply
  2. Ros @ ZenHealth

    March 20, 2019 at 5:05 pm

    Yumm!!! As soon as I get my hands on asparagus, I'm going to try this!
    xo Ros

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  3. Wendy Klik

    March 21, 2019 at 5:38 am

    This recipe sounds amazing. Thanks.

    Reply
  4. Heather @ Join Us, Pull up a Chair

    March 21, 2019 at 9:32 am

    Oh these look amazing! I can't wait to try them!

    Reply
  5. Sarah E. (@sjanee11)

    March 21, 2019 at 5:45 pm

    These are gorgeous! And the lemon pepper sauce?! I need to have that on hand at all times - it sounds so delish!

    Reply
  6. Barrie

    March 21, 2019 at 7:46 pm

    I am making these as soon as I buy asparagus again- love the dipping sauce too!

    Reply
  7. Danielle Wolter

    March 22, 2019 at 2:59 pm

    this is the way i want to be eating my asparagus. it looks so delicious and crispy!

    Reply
  8. Kylee from Kylee Cooks

    March 22, 2019 at 9:22 pm

    Wow, Ashley - great pics!! These baked asparagus fries look incredible! Can't wait to give them a try.

    Reply
  9. Michelle Cannon

    March 22, 2019 at 10:27 pm

    I'll have to try this. My kids won't touch asparagus, but maybe this would make it doable in their eyes. 😉

    Reply
  10. Mahy Elamin

    March 23, 2019 at 1:11 am

    Oh my goodness! This recipe is so good! So much better and healthier than french fries. My husband and I love asparagus. Thank you for showing me another fantastic way to cook it!

    Reply
  11. Priya Srinivasan

    March 23, 2019 at 11:26 am

    Wow, what a delicious way to eat asparagus!! These crispy asparagus looks super tempting and with that sauce it must be perfect!!!

    Reply
  12. Natalie

    March 23, 2019 at 3:28 pm

    I absolutely love asparagus. Now when they are in season I can't stop devouring them. I never tried fried version before. I must save this recipe and give it a try. Looks sooo delicious!

    Reply
  13. April

    March 24, 2019 at 5:31 am

    Asparagus fries are the best! They can start a party, keep you through the day or even be a great lunch snack. Definitely something I really enjoy!

    Reply
  14. Jersey Girl Cooks

    March 21, 2020 at 1:05 pm

    I could eat a whole plate of this delicious asparagus!

    Reply

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