# What You'll Need:
→ Asparagus Fries
01 - 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
02 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1 tablespoon whole milk
05 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
06 - 1/3 cup grated Asiago cheese
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1 teaspoon chili flakes
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - Cooking spray or olive oil for baking
→ Sriracha Mayo
13 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
14 - 1 to 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
15 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
16 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
17 - Pinch of salt
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat with cooking spray or oil.
02 - Prepare three shallow bowls. Bowl 1 contains flour. In Bowl 2, whisk eggs with milk. In Bowl 3, combine panko breadcrumbs, Asiago cheese, garlic powder, chili flakes, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
03 - Dredge each asparagus spear in flour, tapping off excess. Dip into egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in breadcrumb mixture. Arrange coated spears on prepared baking sheet.
04 - Lightly spray asparagus fries with cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil for enhanced crispiness.
05 - Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking, until golden brown and crispy.
06 - While asparagus bakes, combine mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth and adjust seasoning to preference.
07 - Transfer asparagus fries to serving platter while hot. Serve alongside sriracha mayo for dipping.
