Parmesan-Crusted Asparagus

Crispy, Parmesan-crusted asparagus spears served alongside a zesty horseradish aioli make this unique asparagus appetizer one you'll want to try at your next party.

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 174 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
• ¼ cup minced fresh chives
• ¼ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• cooking spray
• 6 large egg whites
• 1 bunch fresh asparagus
• 2 teaspoons ketchup
• 4 cups shredded Parmesan cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.

Step 2

Mix 1 cup flour and 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese together in one bowl. Mix egg whites and chives together until foamy in a second bowl. Mix 4 cups shredded Parmesan cheese and 2 tablespoons flour together in a third bowl.

Step 3

Using tongs and working with one piece of asparagus at a time, coat asparagus in the flour mixture, shaking off the excess. Transfer to the egg white mixture; coat evenly and let the excess run off. Finally coat in the Parmesan cheese mixture, pressing gently so the cheese adheres. Place on the prepared baking sheet and repeat to coat remaining asparagus.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 15 minutes.

Step 5

While the asparagus is baking, mix mayonnaise, horseradish, ketchup, and Cajun seasoning together in a small bowl. Serve as a dipping sauce alongside asparagus.