Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Asparagus Fries
Make crispy asparagus spears resembling french fries using your air fryer, coated in Parmesan cheese for a quick, flavorful side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 20 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb Snacks
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, tough ends trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the asparagus by trimming the woody ends off the spears.
- In a medium bowl, toss the asparagus with olive oil until lightly coated.
- In a separate small bowl, mix the grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sprinkle the cheese mixture over the oiled asparagus. Toss gently until the spears are evenly coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (195°C) for 3 minutes.
- Place the coated asparagus in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the basket; work in batches if necessary to maintain crispiness.
- Air fry for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time.
- Check for doneness; the asparagus should be tender-crisp and the coating golden brown.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, ensure the asparagus spears are dry before tossing them with oil and cheese.
- Do not skip preheating the air fryer; this helps achieve an immediate crisp exterior.
- If the coating seems too dry before cooking, add a few extra drops of oil, but avoid making the spears wet.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 210
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 7
- Cholesterol: 10