Parmesan Asparagus Fries

Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 6 minutes | Serves 4

2 egg whites

¼ cup water

¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided

¾ cup panko bread crumbs

¼ teaspoon salt

12 ounces (340 g) fresh asparagus spears, woody ends trimmed

Cooking spray

1. In a shallow dish, whisk together the egg whites and water until slightly foamy. In a separate shallow dish, thoroughly combine ¼ cup of Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, and salt.
2. Dip the asparagus in the egg white, then roll in the cheese mixture to coat well.
3. Place the asparagus in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between each spear. Spritz the asparagus with cooking spray.
4. Put the air fryer basket on the baking pan and slide into Rack Position 2, select Air Fry, set temperature to 390ºF (199ºC), and set time to 6 minutes.
5. When cooking is complete, the asparagus should be golden brown and crisp. Remove from the oven. Sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of cheese and serve hot.