Air Fryer Asparagus

10 minutes of air fryer asparagus is perfectly crispy, delicious, and healthy. Air fryer asparagus fries are packed with minerals, vitamins, and many more. An air fryer is perfect to cook any kind of food because it doesn’t retain the taste and nutrition.

When I first tried making air fryer asparagus, believe me, I just fell in love with how it turned out. So, I thought of sharing the air fryer asparagus fries recipe with you guys. You can make air fryer asparagus frozen or fresh ones because both are healthy and delicious. Easy air fryer asparagus makes a perfect side dish for any of your main courses.

Today I’ll share how to make fried asparagus in an air fryer, fresh and frozen. Tips and tricks, serving ideas, and many more. Please keep on reading to find out the interesting FAQs.

Ingredients for Air Fryer Asparagus:

• 1lb asparagus
• ½ tablespoon minced garlic (I love freshly chopped garlic you can also use ½ teaspoon garlic powder)
• 2 teaspoons oil (any I used vegetable oil)
• ½ cup parmesan/mozzarella cheese
• Salt and Pepper to taste

How to make fried asparagus in air fryer?

Let’s see the step-by-step process for making the best damn air fryer asparagus.

Step-1
Trim the asparagus ends:
Rinse the asparagus thoroughly under cool water. After that, trim the woody bottom part of the asparagus by cutting, or simply break it off with your hand.

Step-2
Seasoning:
Place your asparagus on a plate drizzle with some oil and mix well. After that sprinkle the salt and pepper over the top. Toss the asparagus to coat well.

Step-3
Preheating:
Preheat your air fryer at 200C/400F for 2-3 minutes. Don’t skip this process.

Step-4
Cook:
Place the seasoned asparagus in the air fryer basket in a single layer and sprinkle the cheese on top. Cook at 200C/400F for 7-10 minutes or until they are golden brown.

Toss/shake the basket halfway through the cooking process.

Step-5
Serve:
Remove your air fryer cheesy asparagus and serve with your desired main course or have it as a quick snack.

You can find the air fryer asparagus recipe in the printable card below.

Tips for the air fryer asparagus

1. Don’t forget to trim the woody ends of the asparagus before cooking.
2. Preheat your air fryer before cooking any type of food for the best result.
3. While buying please keep in mind to pick similar size asparagus for an evenly cooked result.
4. Place the asparagus in a single layer on the air fryer basket for the evenly cooked result.
5. Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket instead cook in batches.
6. If you're using thicker asparagus, give them a little more time to cook.

What can be served with air fryer asparagus?

Asparagus can be paired up with any of your favorite dishes. Here are some of my favorite dishes I like to have with my air-fried asparagus.

1. Air fryer asparagus and Salmon
2. Air fryer asparagus and broccoli
3. Air fryer asparagus and brussels sprouts
4. Air fryer asparagus and potatoes
5. Air fryer asparagus and bacon

Seasoning ideas for air fryer asparagus

• Sprinkle with chili flakes for some extra spicy kick
• Glaze your air fryer crispy asparagus with some melted garlic butter
• Lemon juice or zest
• Top with fresh mint leaves

How do you know when asparagus is done cooking?

10 minutes in the air fryer at 200C/400F should be enough for asparagus to cook. Though you can check in between the cooking process. The asparagus should be crispy on the outside but still tender on the inside and bright green.

You can pick one of them and break and see if they are done and be careful, they’re hot don’t burn yourself.

Here are some of the frequently asked questions.

Is air fryer asparagus healthy?

Absolutely! Asparagus is low in calories and packed with nutrition. It’s vegetarian and vegan-friendly.

What are the benefits of eating asparagus?

The popular vegetable asparagus has a lot of benefits. They are packed with essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and a good source of antioxidants.

What to look for while buying asparagus?

Always try to find straight, plump, and green spears while buying asparagus. And try to avoid wrinkles at the tip and woody at the bottom.

What part of asparagus do you not eat?

There is no such part of asparagus that is not edible. You can eat the whole asparagus except the woody stem at the bottom.

Can I cook frozen asparagus in air fryer?

Yes, you can make frozen asparagus in air fryer as well. Use similar ingredients for the frozen ones too.

1. First, trim the asparagus if they are not trimmed.
2. Place them on a plate, drizzle some oil, and coat evenly. After that add freshly chopped garlic/ garlic powder, sprinkle salt and pepper to taste. Toss them to coat.
3. Preheat your air fryer at 200C/400F for 2-3 minutes.
4. Transfer the seasoned asparagus to the basket in a single layer. Cook at 200C/400F for 10-12 minutes. Toss them halfway through the cooking process.
5. Remove, plate, and serve.

Best time and temperature to make air fryer asparagus?

The fresh air fryer asparagus cook time is 7-10 minutes at 200C/400F with preheating. If you're using frozen then the cooking time is 10-12 minutes.

Can I make asparagus in the oven?

Yes, you can. Set your oven temperature at 420F and cook for 15 minutes.

How to store leftovers asparagus?

If you have any leftovers, put them in an airtight container and keep them in the refrigerator. They are good for 4-5 days.

Before you refrigerate let the asparagus cool down completely.

Can I reheat the air-fried asparagus?

Yes, to reheat, put the asparagus in the air fryer basket and reheat them at 180C/350F for 3-5 minutes or until they’re warm.

Can I eat raw asparagus?

Yes, you can eat asparagus raw. You slice them and have them with salad or with some dipping sauce.

If you like air fryer asparagus, look what else you can air fry:

• Air Fryer Green Beans

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