INGREDIENTS
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4 large cloves garlic, unpeeled
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2/3 cup mayonnaise
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1 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
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1 tsp. smoked paprika
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1 tsp. fresh lemon juice, more to taste
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Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
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For the asparagus fries:
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3 cups vegetable oil
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2 large eggs, beaten
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1 medium lime, juiced
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3/4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
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Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
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1 cup panko
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1 lb. thick asparagus spears, trimmed, peeled, and halved crosswise