Ingredients for - Fried Asparagus Sticks
How to cook deliciously - Fried Asparagus Sticks
1 . Stage
Heat 1-inch vegetable oil in a deep-sided skillet over medium heat.
2 . Stage
Whisk buttermilk, paprika, black pepper, and lemon zest together in a wide bowl.
3 . Stage
Pour flour into a separate wide bowl.
4 . Stage
Place a paper towel-lined plate near the stove top.
5 . Stage
Dip 1/3 of asparagus in buttermilk mixture.
6 . Stage
Transfer asparagus to flour and coat thoroughly.
7 . Stage
Repeat with a second layer of buttermilk mixture and flour.
8 . Stage
Fry coated asparagus in the hot oil until golden brown, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer to the paper towel-lined plate.
9 . Stage
Repeat the battering and frying process until all the sticks are cooked. Serve immediately.