# What You'll Need:
→ Asparagus
01 - 1 lb fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
→ Breading
02 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
03 - 1/2 cup grated Asiago cheese
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Dredging
09 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
10 - 2 large eggs, beaten
→ Sriracha Mayo Dip
11 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
12 - 1.5 tablespoons sriracha sauce
13 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
14 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Alternatively, heat oil to 350°F for deep frying.
02 - Arrange three shallow bowls in sequence: fill first with flour, second with beaten eggs, and third with combined panko, Asiago cheese, garlic powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
03 - Coat each asparagus spear with flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and finally roll in seasoned panko mixture until fully coated.
04 - Place breaded asparagus in single layer on prepared baking sheet without overlapping.
05 - Bake for 16 to 18 minutes, flipping once halfway through cooking, until golden brown and crispy. For deep frying, cook in batches for 2 to 3 minutes until golden, then drain on paper towels.
06 - Combine mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, fresh lemon juice, and minced garlic in a small bowl and whisk until smooth.
07 - Transfer hot asparagus fries to serving plate and serve immediately with sriracha mayo alongside.
