Fried Asparagus Sticks

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Categories / Side Dish / Vegetables / Asparagus

Heat 1-inch vegetable oil in a deep-sided skillet over medium heat.
Whisk buttermilk, paprika, black pepper, and lemon zest together in a wide bowl.
Pour flour into a separate wide bowl.
Place a paper towel-lined plate near the stove top.
Dip 1/3 of asparagus in buttermilk mixture.
Transfer asparagus to flour and coat thoroughly.
Repeat with a second layer of buttermilk mixture and flour.
Fry coated asparagus in the hot oil until golden brown, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer to the paper towel-lined plate.
Repeat the battering and frying process until all the sticks are cooked. Serve immediately.