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Crispy Air Fryer Asparagus with Garlic

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A quick and easy side dish featuring crispy asparagus spears coated in garlic-infused olive oil, cooked to perfection in an air fryer for a tender yet crunchy bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and patted dry
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt (kosher salt recommended)
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: zest of ½ lemon
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Trim the asparagus by snapping or cutting off the woody ends (about 1-2 inches from the bottom). Rinse and pat dry thoroughly. (5 minutes)
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil and minced garlic. Let sit for 1-2 minutes to infuse flavor. (2 minutes)
  3. Add asparagus to the bowl and toss until each spear is evenly coated with garlic oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, then toss again. Add lemon zest if using. (3 minutes)
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and run empty for 3 minutes. (3 minutes, can overlap with tossing)
  5. Arrange asparagus spears in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding. Cook in batches if necessary. (1 minute)
  6. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes. Shake the basket or use tongs to flip the spears halfway through cooking (around 6 minutes) for even browning. The tips should be crispy and slightly browned, stalks tender. (12 minutes)
  7. Optional: Immediately after cooking, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the hot asparagus so it melts slightly. Serve right away. (1 minute)

Notes

Dry asparagus thoroughly before cooking to ensure crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to prevent steaming. Shake or flip asparagus halfway through cooking for even browning. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. If air fryer tends to dry out food, spritz asparagus lightly with water before cooking. Parmesan cheese is optional and can be replaced with nutritional yeast for a vegan option. Frozen asparagus can be used if thawed and dried well.

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