Have you always prepared your asparagus in a pan or in a steamer? Then try it in the hot air fryer this year. Green asparagus is particularly good this way.

How to make green asparagus in the air fryer

1. Before you do that asparagus in the Air fryer You should rinse the rods thoroughly under running water and then carefully pat them dry. The peel of green asparagus is tender and peeling is usually not necessary.
2. It is important to remove the woody ends. Cut off about two to three centimeters at the bottom of each stick until the tissue appears juicy and no longer fibrous. This will ensure that no tough pieces end up on your plate later.
3. Set the air fryer to 180 degrees Celsius. Many devices benefit from a short preheat of two to three minutes. If your model does not provide this function, simply extend the actual cooking time slightly.
4. Place the prepared asparagus in an ovenproof bowl or directly into the basket of the air fryer. Drizzle about two tablespoons olive oil Add salt to taste and season with freshly ground pepper. Mix thoroughly so each stick is lightly coated in oil and can brown evenly.
5. Place the basket in the air fryer.
6. Shake the basket or turn the asparagus once halfway through the cooking time. This way the bars brown more evenly. The asparagus is ready when the tips are slightly browned and the spears feel soft but still elastic when pierced. Very thin asparagus is usually perfect after six to eight minutes, thicker spears need around nine to eleven minutes.

Season green asparagus with lemon and parmesan

As soon as the asparagus has reached the desired cooking point, it should be removed from the device quickly so that it does not continue to cook and become too soft. Place the bars on a preheated plate or directly on the plates.

A squeeze of fresh lemon juice brings freshness and emphasizes the nutty aroma created by roasting. If you want even more citrus notes, rub some lemon peel over the hot asparagus. Optionally, you can sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan on top. The residual heat melts the cheese slightly and gives the dish a creamy, savory component.

Why the air fryer is ideal for green asparagus

The Air fryer cooks with circulating hot air instead of water. This means the vegetables are heated evenly on all sides without overcooking. Delicate roasted aromas emerge on the outside, while the asparagus remains al dente on the inside.

At the same time, fewer water-soluble vitamins are lost than when cooking in a pot because the asparagus is not in the water. So you get an intense aroma and more nutrients in a significantly shorter time.