Looking for a simple vegetarian side dish or snack? Let me introduce you to baked asparagus fries. These “fries” are baked in the Easy Reach Toaster Oven and couldn’t be easier to make.
First, make a 2-for-1 spread that helps breadcrumbs stick to the asparagus before baking and works as an easy dip for the fries (any leftover spread would be delicious on salmon, burgers, or your favorite sandwich). You only have to dirty one bowl – score.
Mix mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Then brush asparagus with the mayonnaise mixture and roll in breadcrumbs (we used panko because they brown beautifully and add a nice crunch) until fully coated. The Test Kitchen found that thick asparagus work best with this recipe, so steer clear of the pencil-thin stalks you can sometimes find at the grocery store.
Place the asparagus on a baking pan and bake at 425 degrees for 12 to 14 minutes until golden brown. Finish with a squeeze of lemon and you’re ready to dip and dunk.
Whether you need a hand-held vegetarian appetizer for game day, the perfect addition to Easter brunch, or a side dish to serve alongside fish or chicken during the week, baked asparagus fries fit the bill.
Baked Asparagus Fries
Ingredients
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 425ºF.
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt and black pepper.
- Brush asparagus with 3 tablespoons mayonnaise mixture and roll in crumbs. Place asparagus on the baking pan.
- Bake 12 to 14 minutes or until lightly browned and asparagus are cooked.
- Serve asparagus with the remaining mayonnaise mixture.
Notes
Serve leftover mayonnaise mixture on a sandwich, burger or fries.
6 Slice Easy Reach™ Toaster Oven with Convection is attractive, easy to use and you won’t find a design like it anywhere else. Its unique roll-top door and large opening make food easy to reach.
Other asparagus recipes to try:
https://blog.hamiltonbeach.com/asparagus-and-chicken-penne-pasta-with-lemon-butter-sauce/
https://blog.hamiltonbeach.com/roasted-asparagus-salad-with-blue-cheese-vinaigrette/
I wonder about mayonnaise mixture put on the asparagus and than in the oven. I learned that mayonnaise should not be heated, it will make you sick.
I wonder what you know about that?
Mariana, according to the USDA, any food made with mayonnaise is safe to eat whether it has been baked in a recipe or cold in a sandwich or salad, as long as it hasn’t been at room temperature for longer than 2 hours. Please visit the USDA website for more information.
Thank you very much for your fast reply. I am glad with your answer because I have been avoiding to use mayo in warm dishes.
Warmly Marianna