Name: Crispy Pistachio Crusted Asparagus Spears
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 2 cups shelled pistachio nuts; 2 large eggs; 2 tablespoons water; 2 pounds thick asparagus, shaved using a vegetable peeler; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Pistachio

Pistachio-Crusted Asparagus

Aug 8, 2025
by Adela Hudson
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PREP TIME

10 mins
COOK TIME

15 mins
TOTAL TIME

40 mins
SERVING

6 People
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Tender asparagus spears, enrobed in a delicate, crunchy pistachio crust, offer a delightful textural contrast and a symphony of nutty and vegetal flavors. A simple yet elegant side dish that elevates any meal.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

2 cups shelled pistachio nuts

2 large eggs

2 tablespoons water

2 pounds thick asparagus, shaved using a vegetable peeler

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

17 g
Cholesterol

62 mg
Fiber

7 g
Protein

14 g
Saturated Fat

3 g
Sodium

201 mg
Sugar

6 g
Fat

21 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

5 mins

In a food processor, pulse the pistachio nuts until finely ground, resembling coarse crumbs. Transfer the ground pistachios to a shallow plate. (5 minutes)

02

Step

2 mins

In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and water to create an egg wash. (2 minutes)

03

Step

10 mins

Gently roll the shaved asparagus spears first in the egg wash, ensuring they are lightly coated, and then dredge them in the ground pistachios, pressing lightly to adhere. Arrange the coated asparagus on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. (10 minutes)

04

Step

15 mins

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Allow the pistachio crust to set on the asparagus for about 15 minutes while the oven preheats. (15 minutes)

05

Step

15 mins

Bake in the preheated oven until the asparagus is tender and the pistachio crust is lightly golden brown, approximately 15 minutes. (15 minutes)

For an even more intense pistachio flavor, lightly toast the pistachio nuts before grinding. Be careful not to burn them!
Shaving the asparagus helps it cook more evenly and allows the pistachio crust to adhere better.
A wire rack allows air to circulate, ensuring a crispier crust. If you don't have a wire rack, you can bake the asparagus directly on the baking sheet, but the crust may not be as uniformly crisp.
Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

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