Beer-Battered Asparagus

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Beer-Battered Asparagus
30 min.
4
739kcal

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Looking for a crispy, flavorful appetizer that will impress your guests and tickle your taste buds? Look no further than our delightful Beer-Battered Asparagus! This vegetarian and dairy-free dish combines the earthy taste of fresh asparagus with a light, bubbly beer batter that results in a perfectly golden, crispy exterior. It’s the perfect starter to accompany your favorite drinks or a delicious snack to enjoy on its own.

What makes this recipe even better is its simplicity and speed; it can be ready in just 30 minutes! The beer not only adds great flavor but also gives the batter its signature crunch, ensuring each bite is packed with tantalizing taste. The zesty lemon dipping sauce complements the earthy asparagus, making every moment of indulging a refreshing experience.

This Beer-Battered Asparagus is versatile enough to serve as an antipasto dish at your next dinner party or as a casual snack during a cozy night in. Plus, with only 739 calories for four servings, it’s a delicious treat that won't break your calorie bank. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply craving something tasty, this dish is sure to become a crowd-pleaser and a new favorite in your culinary repertoire. Embark on this crispy culinary adventure today!

Ingredients

  • lb asparagus trimmed cut into 3-inch pieces
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • cup lager (pour beer slowly into measuring cup; do not measure foam)
  • teaspoon juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoon lemon zest fresh finely grated
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • cups vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • kitchen thermometer
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  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 200°F.
  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 375°F 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.
  6. Transfer as fried with a slotted spoon to a paper-towel-lined baking sheet and keep warm in oven. Return oil to 375°F between batches.
  7. Serve with lemon dipping sauce.
  8. Asparagus can be kept warm in oven up to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories739kcal
Protein3.44%
Fat79.72%
Carbs16.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
57.38
Glycemic Load
18.84
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
17.433043485102%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.22mg
Epicatechin
0.05mg
Eriodictyol
0.06mg
Hesperetin
0.18mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
6.46mg
Kaempferol
2.05mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
15.87mg
Gallocatechin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:738.92kcal
36.95%
Fat:65g
100%
Saturated Fat:10.02g
62.64%
Carbohydrates:30.91g
10.3%
Net Carbohydrates:27.49g
10%
Sugar:2.47g
2.75%
Cholesterol:11.76mg
3.92%
Sodium:764.55mg
33.24%
Alcohol:2.3g
100%
Alcohol %:0.64%
100%
Protein:6.3g
12.61%
Vitamin K:173.29µg
165.04%
Vitamin E:5.79mg
38.61%
Folate:121.56µg
30.39%
Vitamin B1:0.41mg
27.64%
Iron:3.99mg
22.15%
Manganese:0.42mg
20.83%
Selenium:14.22µg
20.31%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
19.76%
Vitamin A:877IU
17.54%
Vitamin B3:3.27mg
16.33%
Fiber:3.42g
13.68%
Copper:0.27mg
13.56%
Phosphorus:107.33mg
10.73%
Vitamin C:8.77mg
10.63%
Potassium:289.5mg
8.27%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.49%
Magnesium:27.1mg
6.77%
Zinc:0.89mg
5.91%
Vitamin B5:0.53mg
5.28%
Calcium:39.5mg
3.95%
Source:Epicurious