Deep Fried Asparagus

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 3/4 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon celery salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 egg whites
• 2/3 cup cold flat beer
• 3 pounds (2 cups) raw, whole asparagus, cleaned and cut above white end