Panko Beer Battered Asparagus

 

1 C. flour (plus a little extra)

1 tsp. backing soda

1 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. garlic salt

1/2 chili powder

1/2 tsp. pepper

1 egg

3/4 C. beer (something light, no porters or stouts)

Panko

Oil for frying

 

Mix all the dry ingredients in a large bowl, except the panko. Mix in the egg and beer. Place the panko in an empty pie pan. Heat the oil over medium high heat. Cut the thick ends off the asparagus and coat in the extra flour. Dip the asparagus in the batter and then lightly coat the asparagus in panko. Fry the asparagus in the oil until the panko and batter turns golden brown.