Here’s a tasty way to make crispy fried mushrooms—perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish! 🍄✨
🌟 Ingredients
- 12 oz (340 g) fresh mushrooms (button or cremini), cleaned and trimmed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk)
- 1–2 cups breadcrumbs or panko for extra crunch
- Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut oil)
🥄 Instructions
- Prep mushrooms
Pat mushrooms dry with paper towels. This helps them crisp up better. - Set up dredging station
- Bowl 1: Flour + salt + pepper + garlic powder
- Bowl 2: Buttermilk
- Bowl 3: Breadcrumbs/panko
- Coat mushrooms
Dip each mushroom in flour, then buttermilk, then breadcrumbs. Make sure they’re evenly coated. - Heat oil
Heat about 1–2 inches of oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C). - Fry mushrooms
Fry in batches for 3–4 minutes or until golden brown. Don’t overcrowd the pan. - Drain & serve
Place fried mushrooms on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil. Serve hot with ranch, aioli, or your favorite dipping sauce.
✨ Tips
- For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs or mix with cornmeal.
- Add a little Parmesan to the breadcrumb mix for cheesy flavor.
- Oven-baked version: Bake coated mushrooms at 425°F (220°C) for 15–20 minutes for a lighter option.
If you want, I can give you a super quick air fryer version that’s crispy in under 15 minutes. Do you want me to do that?
