Ingredients :
12 fresh green asparagus spears
50 g fine breadcrumbs
40 g grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
1 egg white
1 tsp grated lemon zest
1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Salt and pepper
Recipe :
Preheat your oven to 200°C (gas mark 6-7).
Wash and lightly peel the asparagus if necessary. Then, steam or boil them in salted water for 3 to 4 minutes before plunging them into ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and pat dry thoroughly.
In a shallow bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, lemon zest, and sesame seeds. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
In a separate bowl, lightly beat the egg white with a fork.
Brush the asparagus with olive oil, then dip them in the egg white before rolling them in the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture to coat them evenly.
Arrange the asparagus on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until golden and crispy.
Serve immediately with a yogurt and herb sauce or a light lemon mayonnaise.
You can also add a drizzle of lemon-infused olive oil to enhance the flavor.
Bon appétit !
