Sesame-Pancetta-Wrapped Asparagus |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This is a wonderful Hors D'Oeuvre for a cocktail party! Ingredients:
1/2 cup all-purpose flour |
2 large eggs, lightly beaten |
1/2 cup sesame seeds |
12 asparagus spears, trimmed to 4 inches |
6 slices pancetta, halved (very thin slices) |
2 cups vegetable oil |
sea salt |
Directions:
1. Put flour, eggs and sesame seeds in 3 shallow dishes. Wrap each asparagus spear with pancetta, leaving tip exposed.
2. Heat oil in med straight sided skillet over med heat until it registers 350 degrees on a deep fry thermometer.
3. Dredge spears in flour, shaking off excess.
4. Dip pancetta portion in egg; coat with sesame seeds. Fry until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Season with salt. Thread spears lengthwise onto skewers, if desired.
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