Beer-battered Asparagus with Garlic Aioli

Beer-battered Asparagus with Garlic Aioli
Beer-battered Asparagus with Garlic Aioli might be just the side dish you are searching for. One portion of this dish contains about 6g of protein, 24g of fat, and a total of 314 calories. This recipe covers 10% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe serves 12. It is a good option if you're following a vegetarian diet. A mixture of lemon zest, cayenne pepper, cayenne pepper, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so yummy. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 24 hours and 21 minutes.

Instructions

1
In shallow pan, soak asparagus in buttermilk 12 to 24 hours.
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2
Remove from buttermilk, but do not rinse.
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3
In a large bowl, combine well the egg yolks, beer, flour, cornmeal, salt, cayenne pepper and black pepper. In large deep sided pot, heat oil to 350 degrees F. Meanwhile, in a large clean bowl with an electric mixer, beat egg whites to stiff peaks. Gently fold beaten egg whites into batter mixture. Dip spears, 1 at a time into batter, then carefully lay in oil. Do not overcrowd pan. Fry in batches, if necessary. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes, turning the spears with tongs to ensure even cooking.
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SaltSalt
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4
Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
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5
Sprinkle with sea salt, to taste.
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6
Serve immediately with Aioli.
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7
In a food processor, combine all ingredients well. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
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DifficultyExpert
Ready In24 hrs, 21 m.
Servings12
Health Score4
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