Stockton Asparagus Fries

I can't make it to the festival every year but I never miss getting my fill of deep fried asparagus when it's in season.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 488 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 2 egg whites
• ½ cup cornstarch
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
• ½ teaspoon celery salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ¾ cup flour
• 2 cups peanut oil, or as needed
• ⅔ cup cold flat beer
• 3 pounds asparagus, ends trimmed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat peanut oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Mix flour, beer, cornstarch, egg whites, baking powder, white pepper, baking soda, celery salt, and black pepper together in a bowl with a wire whisk to form the batter.

Step 3

Dip asparagus spears individually in the batter and place carefully in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Dust fried asparagus with Parmesan cheese.