These Asparagus Fries are tender, crispy and easy to make in the air fryer or oven with just a few seasonings. These veggie fries are the perfect side dish or snack for spring or when asparagus is in season.
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Updated March 2023
Crispy Asparagus Fries
This recipe for asparagus fries is super simple and straight-forward. These healthy asparagus fries are perfect for anyone following a paleo diet, but want to splurge a bit on flavorful crunch. Healthy and filled with nutrients, this recipe is great for lunch or adding to a main course for dinner. Paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper truly transform this easy recipe!
We are big asparagus fans and the kids love it even more whenever we make them into homemade veggie fries just like these Zucchini Fries, Sweet Potato Fries and Avocado Fries.
Why These Crispy Fries Are So Awesome
These fries are super healthy and taste amazing! We love these asparagus fries because:
- They are super easy to make and require a handful of ingredients.
- These asparagus fries are vegetable based and paleo.
- Flavors of paprika and garlic truly shine through this recipe.
- Crispy Asparagus fries are ready in less than 30 minutes!
Ingredients you need:
- Almond flour: For the grain-free breading. You can sub with gluten-free oat flour. Gluten-free 1-1 flour or all purpose flour will work too if there are no dietary concerns.
- Asparagus spears are the main components of this recipe. We like to shop organic asparagus spears when we can find it! The fresh flavors of asparagus really shine for this fry recipe.
- Salt is great for some basic seasoning. A lot of salt is not needed at all as the asparagus speaks for itself, so just a large pinch will do.
- Black Pepper is also essential for this recipe as it provides a complex flavor for the asparagus fries. Freshly cracked is recommended, but any type of ground pepper will do!
- Garlic powder is completely optional, but we recommend it to really kick this recipe to the next level.
- Paprika, also optional, but really brings these fries up a notch. Definitely recommended, and it’s a great way to use this pantry ingredient.
- Eggs: You’ll need to whisk 2 large eggs for the egg-wash. whisked. For a vegan version, sub non-dairy milk, aquafaba or flax eggs. To make flax egg, whisk together 2 tablespoons of ground flax seeds with 5 tablespoons of water until combined. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it turns into a gel-like texture.
How To Make Asparagus Fries
We seriously love how easy this recipe comes together! Just a few basic steps, and this healthy and easy recipe will be ready in less than 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven and prepare for baking: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare a baking sheet with nonstick spray. Cut about an inch off the bottom of asparagus spears.
- Mix the coating: On a plate, combine the almond flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt and black pepper.
- Make the Egg Wash: In a small bowl, create an egg wash by whisking two eggs together. Dip asparagus spears in egg wash, being careful not to over saturate the spears.
- Coat in batter: Dip the asparagus spears in the almond flour mixture while making sure to cover the entire asparagus. Transfer to baking sheet.
- Cook: Bake the breaded asparagus spears for about 15-20 minutes, flipping half way. The asparagus fries are finished once they turn golden in color.
- Garnish & Serve: Transfer the fries to a serving platter and sprinkle them with coarse salt and chopped fresh parsley. Serve them with your desired dipping sauce(s) and enjoy!
Air Fryer Instructions
- Heat Air Fryer: If your air fryer requires preheating, preheat it to 380°F.
- Mix the coating: On a plate, combine the almond flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt and black pepper.
- Make the Egg Wash: In a small bowl, create an egg wash by whisking two eggs together. Dip asparagus spears in egg wash, being careful not to over saturate the spears.
- Coat in batter: Dip the asparagus spears in the almond flour mixture while making sure to cover the entire asparagus.
- Place in Air Fryer Basket: Working in batches (depending on the size of your air fryer), place the asparagus in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not crowded or overlapping. Spray generously with cooking oil spray.
- Cook: Air fry at 380°F for 10-13 minutes (or longer), flipping halfway through and spraying again, until the fries are golden brown or until they’ve reached your desired crispness.
- Garnish & Serve: Transfer the fries to a serving platter and sprinkle them with coarse salt and chopped fresh parsley. Serve them with your desired dipping sauce(s) and enjoy!
Tips for Success
- Make sure to use a plate for the almond flour, or it will be very difficult to bread the asparagus!
- For these asparagus fries, make sure they are completely dry before making this recipe.
- Store these fries in the refrigerator for up to three days. Make sure to use an airtight container!
Serving Suggestions
This asparagus recipe can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or just by itself! These fries taste delicious with creamy dipping sauces such as avocado dip or cashew cheese.
Not only are these fries amazing with sauces, but just some freshly spritzed lemon juice will do the job, too.
Storage and Reheating Instructions
We like to eat these leftover asparagus fries throughout the week. When storing these fries, we just place them in an airtight container to keep them in the fridge for up to three days. To reheat these fries, we simply re-heat them in the oven so they can maintain the special crunch.
If warming in a microwave, the fries may become a bit soggy.
More Asparagus Recipes you will love:
- Keto Frittata with Asparagus, Ham and Goat Cheese
- Lemon Parmesan Roasted Asparagus
- Lemon Chicken Asparagus Pasta
- Pan Seared Steak with Asparagus and Mushrooms
These Asparagus Fries are tender, crispy and easy to make in the air fryer or oven with just a few seasonings. These veggie fries are the perfect side dish or snack for spring or when asparagus is in season.
- 1 bunch asparagus spears
- 1.5 cups almond flour , can sub with gluten-free oat flour. Gluten-free 1-1 flour or all purpose flour work too
- 2/4 teaspoons garlic powder
- 3/4 teaspoons paprika
- 1/4 - 1/2 tsp salt , or more to taste
- 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon pepper , or more to taste
- 2 large eggs whisked. For a vegan version, sub non-dairy milk, aquafaba or flax eggs. To make flax egg, whisk together 2 tablespoons of ground flax seeds with 5 tablespoons of water until combined. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it turns into a gel-like texture.
Preheat the oven to 3425 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare a baking sheet with nonstick spray. Cut about an inch off the bottom of asparagus spears.
On a plate, combine the almond flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt and black pepper.
Dip asparagus spears in egg wash, being careful not to overly saturate the spears. Dip the asparagus spears in the almond flour mixture while making sure to cover the entire asparagus.
Transfer to baking sheet.Bake the breaded asparagus spears for about 15-20 minutes, flipping half way. The asparagus fries are finished once they turn golden in color.
Heat Air Fryer: If your air fryer requires preheating, preheat it to 380°F. Cut about an inch off the bottom of asparagus spears.
Mix the coating: On a plate, combine the almond flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt and black pepper.
Make the Egg Wash: In a small bowl, create an egg wash by whisking two eggs together. Dip asparagus spears in egg wash, being careful not to over saturate the spears.
Coat in batter: Dip the asparagus spears in the almond flour mixture while making sure to cover the entire asparagus.
Place in Air Fryer Basket: Working in batches (depending on the size of your air fryer), place the asparagus in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not crowded or overlapping.S pray generously with cooking oil spray.
Cook: Air fry at 380°F for 10-13 minutes (or longer), flipping halfway through and spraying again, until the fries are golden brown or until they've reached your desired crispness.
Garnish & Serve: Transfer the fries to a serving platter and sprinkle them with coarse salt and chopped fresh parsley. Serve them with your desired dipping sauce(s) and enjoy!
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