Ingredients

  • 2 cups peanut oil, or as needed
  • 3/4 cup flour
  • 2/3 cup cold flat beer
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 pounds asparagus, ends trimmed
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Method

  • Heat peanut oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix flour, beer, cornstarch, egg whites, baking powder, white pepper, baking soda, celery salt, and black pepper together in a bowl with a wire whisk to form the batter.
  • Dip asparagus spears individually in the batter and place carefully in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Dust fried asparagus with Parmesan cheese.