Beer-Battered Asparagus Recipe

Name: Beer-Battered Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 cup lager such as Harp (pour beer slowly into measuring cup; do not measure foam); About 4 cups vegetable oil; 1 lb medium asparagus, trimmed and cut into 3-inch pieces; a deep-fat thermometer

Servings: persons

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup lager such as Harp (pour beer slowly into measuring cup; do not measure foam)
About 4 cups vegetable oil
1 lb medium asparagus, trimmed and cut into 3-inch pieces
a deep-fat thermometer

1
Stir together mayonnaise, lemon juice, zest, and pepper in a small bowl. Chill, covered, until ready to use.
2
Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 200u00b0F.
3
Whisk together flour, salt, zest, and pepper in a bowl until combined, then add beer, whisking until smooth.
4
Heat 3 inches oil in a 3- to 4-quart heavy saucepan over moderately high heat until it registers 375u00b0F on thermometer.
5
Submerge asparagus spears in batter to coat. Working in batches of 10, drag 1 at a time gently against rim to remove excess batter, then transfer to oil and fry, stirring gently to keep asparagus from sticking together, until golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer as fried with a slotted spoon to a paper-towel-lined baking sheet and keep warm in oven. Return oil to 375u00b0F between batches. Serve with lemon dipping sauce.

336

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and more.

Yes, Beer-Battered Asparagus 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.

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Beer-Battered Asparagus

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Variations & substitutions

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