Ingredients

  • 6 egg whites
  • 1 1/2 cups almond flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 bunches asparagus, tough bottoms trimmed

Method

  • Heat the oven to 450 degrees. Set a wire rack over a rimmed baking sheet. Spray the rack with cooking spray.
  • In a very large bowl, whisk the egg whites until frothy. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, mix the almond flour, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, salt and pepper.
  • Place the asparagus in the egg whites and toss until all of the spears are coated. A few spears at a time, transfer the asparagus to the flour mixture. Roll the spears until well coated. If needed, pat the coating on with your hands.
  • Arrange the spears on the prepared rack. Spritz them lightly with cooking spray.
  • Roast for 20 minutes or till crispy and lightly browned.