FRIED ASPARAGUS STICKS

Fried Asparagus Sticks image

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
2 cups buttermilk
1 teaspoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 1/2 lemons, zested
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed

Steps:

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