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Air fryer Asparagus

Safira
How to make perfectly seasoned, crispy and delicious Air fryer Asparagus aka the perfect side to most meals in under 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Sides, snacks
Cuisine American, british
Servings 4
Calories 159 kcal

Ingredients
  

Asparagus

  • 200 g Asparagus
  • Salt and Pepper
  • 1 ½ tbsp Olive Oil

Garlic Butter (Optional)

  • 50 g Butter Salted
  • 1 Garlic Clove Crushed or clived finely
  • ¼ tsp Dry Parsley

Optional Extra

  • ½ - 1 Lemon Juice and Zest

Instructions
 

  • Wash Asparagus and trim the ends. Season with plenty of Salt and Pepper. Drizzle over oil.
  • Place the Asparagus in the Air Fryer Basket in one layer. Set your air fryer to 200 C or 400℉ and cook for 7 - 8 minutes.
  • Make a Garlic Butter by warming the ingredients under garlic butter, in a pan until just combined. (Optional Step).
  • Drizzle over Garlic Butter and add some Lemon Juice.

Notes

How to trim Asparagus

You have 2 options here:
  • You can snap the bottom off - it will break off naturally if it is fresh.
  • Trim off the woody stem at the bottom - about 2 inches. 

More Seasoning Ideas

  • Place the Asparagus in the air fryer basket and sprinkle over some grated parmesan cheese  just before air frying.
  • Sprinkle over some Chilli Flakes.
  • Add toasted Pine Nuts or Flaked Almonds on top.
  • Add a drizzle of balsamic dressing.
  • Serve with chopped parsley or mint leaves.
  • Add a sprinkling of Panko Breadcrumbs for added crunch.

Storage for Air Fryer Asparagus

This Asparagus keeps well in the fridge in an airtight container for up to a week. It can also be frozen and reheated in the air fryer.

Butter 

Without theButter, each Asparagus portion is approx 68 calories.

Nutrition

Calories: 159kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 91mgPotassium: 163mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 699IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Air fryer asparagus, Asparagus, Roast asparagus, Sides
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