Crispy Air Fryer Asparagus (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 pound asparagus, ends trimmed
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1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
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1 clove garlic, finely minced (optional)
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
# Instructions:
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Heat air fryer to 370°F for at least 3 minutes.
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Whisk together oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
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Add trimmed asparagus spears to the bowl and stir until well coated in the mixture.
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Place asparagus into the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 6-9 minutes. Toss the basket halfway through cooking. (Smaller spears require closer to 6 minutes, while larger spears may take up to 9 minutes.)
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Sprinkle additional black pepper and salt to taste before serving. Enjoy!
# Notes:
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Trim asparagus by cutting at the junction where the white/brown parts turn darker green or use the snap method by bending and breaking at the woody part.
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Thinner asparagus spears will cook faster than thicker spears.
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Adjust cooking times based on air fryer size, increasing time for smaller 4-5 quart air fryers and decreasing for larger ones.