Asparagus Cigars Recipe

Name: Asparagus Cigars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb asparagus (24 medium); 12 (7 inch) flour tortillas; 1 large egg, beaten; 1 pinch salt; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds; 2 cups vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons water; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 scallion, finely chopped

Servings: persons

1 lb asparagus (24 medium)
12 (7 inch) flour tortillas
1 large egg, beaten
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 cups vegetable oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon sugar
1 scallion, finely chopped

1
Trim asparagus to 6-inch lengths.
2
Beat egg with pinch of salt.
3
Halve tortillas. Brush 1 half with some of egg mixture and place 1 piece asparagus along cut side. Tightly roll up tortilla. Insert 1 pick crosswise to secure. Brush outside of roll with more of egg mixture and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Roll remainder of asparagus is same manner.
4
Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a 10-inch heavy duty skillet to 350u00b0F.
5
Fry rolls in batches of 3, turning over once, until golden brown, about 3 minutes per batch, returning oil to 350F between batches. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
6
Stir together remaining ingredients until sugar is dissolved. Serve with rolls.

2265

kcal

Calories

129

Fat

237

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb asparagus (24 medium), 12 (7 inch) flour tortillas, 1 large egg, beaten, 1 pinch salt, and more.

Yes, Asparagus Cigars falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Asparagus Cigars

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