Fried Asparagus and Mixed Green Salad Recipe

Name: Fried Asparagus and Mixed Green Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 1 shallot, minced; 1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; Vegetable oil (for frying); 1/4 cup cake flour; 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/3 cup ice-cold water; 20 asparagus spears, each trimmed to 4 inches; 5 cups mixed baby greens

Servings: persons

1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 shallot, minced
1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger
1 teaspoon minced garlic
Vegetable oil (for frying)
1/4 cup cake flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup ice-cold water
20 asparagus spears, each trimmed to 4 inches
5 cups mixed baby greens

1
Whisk first 5 ingredients in small bowl.
2
Season with salt and pepper.
3
Set aside.
4
Add enough vegetable oil to heavy large saucepan to reach depth of 4 inches.
5
Heat to 350F.
6
Meanwhile, sift flour, baking powder and salt into large bowl.
7
Add ice-cold water and whisk just until blended.
8
Dip 1 asparagus spear into batter, then add to oil.
9
Repeat with 4 more asparagus spears.
10
Fry until crisp, about 2 minutes.
11
Using tongs, transfer asparagus to paper towels.
12
Repeat with remaining asparagus and batter in 3 mire batches.
13
Toss greens in large bowl with enough dressing to coat.
14
Mound salad on 4 plates.
15
Arrange asparagus around salads in spoke fashion and serve.

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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: 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, 1 shallot, minced, 1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Fried Asparagus and Mixed Green Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fried Asparagus and Mixed Green Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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