Crispy Garlic Asparagus Recipe
This Crispy Garlic Asparagus recipe offers a flavorful way to enjoy fresh asparagus with a savory Asian-inspired seasoning. Tossed in toasted sesame oil, garlic, ginger, tamari, and Shaoxing wine, the asparagus is cooked until crispy using either an air fryer or the oven. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and Chinese chili flakes, this quick and easy dish makes an excellent side for any meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes (air fryer) or 15 minutes (oven)
- Total Time: 13 minutes (air fryer) or 20 minutes (oven)
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Asparagus
- 1 lb asparagus (woody ends trimmed)
Seasoning
- 1/2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tsp Tamari (or coconut aminos)
- 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 6 cloves garlic (minced or 6 tsp garlic paste)
- 1 tbsp ginger paste (or grated ginger)
For Garnish
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Chinese chili flakes (or crushed red pepper flakes)
Instructions
- Prepare seasoning mixture: In a large bowl, combine the toasted sesame oil, tamari, Shaoxing wine, minced garlic, and ginger paste, mixing thoroughly to create a flavorful marinade.
- Toss asparagus: Add the trimmed asparagus to the bowl and toss well to ensure each spear is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Air fryer method setup: Transfer the seasoned asparagus spears to the air fryer basket in a single even layer to promote even cooking.
- Air fry asparagus: Set the air fryer to 380°F and cook the asparagus for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket or stirring halfway through to ensure crispiness on all sides.
- Garnish air-fried asparagus: Once cooked, sprinkle the asparagus with toasted sesame seeds and Chinese chili flakes if you prefer a spicy kick.
- Oven method preparation: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet and spread the seasoned asparagus spears evenly without overlapping for optimal roasting.
- Roast asparagus in oven: Bake the asparagus for 12-15 minutes or until it reaches your preferred level of crispiness, turning once if needed for even cooking.
- Garnish oven-roasted asparagus: Finish by sprinkling toasted sesame seeds and Chinese chili flakes over the roasted asparagus before serving.
Notes
- Trim the woody ends of the asparagus before cooking by snapping or cutting off about 1-2 inches from the bottom.
- For best results in the air fryer, avoid overcrowding the basket to ensure even cooking and crisping.
- If using garlic paste, measure 6 teaspoons to substitute for 6 cloves of minced garlic equivalently.
- Shaoxing wine can be replaced with dry sherry if unavailable; this adds a subtle depth of flavor.
- Adjust the cooking time slightly depending on the thickness of asparagus spears.
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