Air Fryer Asparagus With Spicy Chili Crisp Food

CRISPY ASPARAGUS IN THE AIR FRYER

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk the two eggs together until smooth.
• Take the crackers and put into a gallon sized baggie. Squeeze the bag until crackers are crushed into small pieces.
• Cut the ends off the asparagus, then dip each asparagus stalk into the egg mixture.
• Then drag each asparagus stalk into the crumb mixture. Then gently place the asparagus stalks into the air fryer basket. Air Fry at 400 degrees F for 8-10 minutes.

AIR FRYER ASPARAGUS

Steps:

• Wash asparagus and break or chop off the tough ends.
• Place the asparagus spears into a mixing bowl and drizzle with the olive oil. Toss to coat the spears, then sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, pepper and parmesan cheese.
• Preheat air fryer if required. Add asparagus to the air fryer in a single layer and cook on 400°F for 7-8 minutes. Note that the cook time will depend on how thick your asparagus is so watch it carefully.
• Serve asparagus immediately with a slice of lemon juice for squeezing and additional parmesan cheese and crushed red pepper on top, if desired.

STIR-FRIED ASPARAGUS WITH GARLIC AND SHALLOTS IN CHILI OIL

Steps:

• Heat a non-stick wok or skillet over medium-high heat (375-425F / gas mark 5) for 30 seconds.
• Add chili oil, shallots, and garlic; saute until the shallots are tender and beginning to brown (2-3 minutes).
• Add asparagus and continue to cook until it begins to soften and color (2-3 minutes).
• Add stock; cook over medium heat (350F / gas mark 4) until asparagus is tender and all moisture has evaporated (5-10 minutes).
• Season with salt and pepper; toss until well mixed.
• Serve hot.

SPICY ASPARAGUS WITH GARLIC

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add asparagus and blanch until the asparagus turns a vibrant green, about 1 minute. Transfer asparagus to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Remove asparagus from the ice bath, drain, and set aside.
• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, just until it becomes fragrant, about 30 seconds. Season with pepper flakes, add asparagus, and quickly toss in the seasoned oil. Heat until asparagus is just crisp-tender, not overly soft, 1 to 2 minutes.
• Stir in olives and season with salt and pepper. Serve with lemon wedges.

AIR FRYER ASPARAGUS

Steps:

• Preheat a 5.8-quart air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.
• Place asparagus spears in a large bowl and toss with olive oil and seasoned salt.
• Combine grated Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs in a bowl. Toss with asparagus spears until evenly coated. Lightly spray air fryer basket with cooking spray and add the asparagus in a single layer. Air fry to desired doneness, 7 to 10 minutes. Serve warm.

CHILE CRISP

Steps:

• Combine the oil, onion, 1/2 teaspoon sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes evenly golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.
• Add the chiles, sesame seeds and Sichuan peppercorns, if using, and sizzle, stirring, for 1 minute, then stir in the remaining 1/2 teaspoon sugar and 1 teaspoon salt. Use immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Spoon over everything. It adds big flavor to milder bases, such as eggs, tofu, noodles, rice, vegetables, white fish, lean pork and chicken breast.