Description
Crispy Fried Mushrooms are a delicious and crunchy appetizer made by coating fresh mushrooms in a seasoned batter and frying them until golden brown.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces fresh button mushrooms, cleaned and stems trimmed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups breadcrumbs (panko preferred for extra crunch)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together the egg and buttermilk until fully combined.
- Dip each mushroom into the buttermilk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat it in the seasoned flour mixture. Shake off any excess flour.
- Return the floured mushroom to the buttermilk mixture, then roll it in the breadcrumbs until fully coated. Place the breaded mushrooms on a plate.
- In a large skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F.
- Carefully add the breaded mushrooms to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the mushrooms from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch or marinara.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the flour mixture.
- Try using different types of mushrooms, such as portobello or shiitake, for varied flavors and textures.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg