ASPARAGUS FRIES WITH GARLIC AIOLI

Asparagus Fries with Garlic Aioli image

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

For the asparagus:
1 pound fresh asparagus
7 ounces panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
For the vegan egg:
2 tablespoons flaxseed meal
7 teaspoons water
For the aioli sauce:
1 cup Best Foods® Carefully Crafted Dressing and Sandwich Spread
3-4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

In a small bowl, add the flaxseed meal and water and with a spoon, stir until combined. Let it sit until thickened, about 3-5 minutes. In the meantime, combine the aioli ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.
Preheat oven to 375°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
On a flat plate, combine the panko breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
Dip each asparagus spear in the vegan egg mixture until thoroughly coated, then dip in the breadcrumbs, pressing to secure them to the asparagus. Transfer the asparagus to the prepared baking sheet. Repeat the breading process with the remaining asparagus, spacing spears about 1 inch apart on baking sheet.
Bake for 15 minutes. To finish the fries, set the broiler to high and broil the asparagus for 2-3 minutes, turning once on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove asparagus fries from oven and serve immediately with the prepared garlic aioli.