BEER-BATTERED ASPARAGUS

Beer-Battered Asparagus with a golden and crisp beer batter. Crunchy and delicious with a campfire dipping sauce, this appetizer is a sure party hit!

Since we’re on the last leg of Spring, I’ve been making the most of asparagus season. These gorgeous spears happen to be my favorite vegetable of all time and I love finding delicious ways to prepare them.

Asparagus is no doubt amazing any way you cook it. Whether roasted, steamed, stir-fried or creamed in soups, it always makes for a great side dish. Today, however, I am going to share with you a fun way to eat your favorite vegetable. Beer battered asparagus!

Beer-Battered Asparagus with a golden and crisp beer batter. Crunchy and delicious with a campfire dipping sauce, this appetizer is a sure party hit!

Ingredients

• 1 pound asparagus
• 1 1/4 cups flour
• 1 cup lager beer
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper oil

For the Campfire Sauce

• 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
• 1/2 cup ranch dressing

Instructions

1. In a deep pot or deep-fryer, heat about 2 inches deep of oil to about 375 F.
2. Break off tough ends of asparagus. Wash and drain well.
3. In a shallow plate, combine 1/4 cup of the flour and half of the salt, paprika, and pepper. Dredge asparagus in flour mixture to coat.
4. In a bowl, combine 1 cup of flour and the remaining paprika, salt and pepper. 
5. Gradually add in beer and whisk until smooth. Dip asparagus in beer batter, a few pieces at a time, to fully coat.
6. Deep-fry in hot oil, in batches, for about 2 to 3 minutes or until coating is golden brown and asparagus is tender yet crisp. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve with campfire sauce.

For the Campfire sauce

In a small bowl, combine barbecue sauce and ranch dressing until blended.

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