American,  Appetizer,  Side Dish,  Vegetables

Deep-Fried Mushrooms

Deep-Fried Mushrooms features only four ingredients, so making these tasty appetizers is quick and easy.

Deep-Fried Mushrooms

 

Deep-fried mushrooms are a delicious and crispy treat, often enjoyed as an appetizer or snack. They can be made with various types of mushrooms, but common choices include button mushrooms, portobello mushrooms or shiitake mushrooms.

 

Here are some tasty dipping sauces to consider…

Garlic Aioli: A creamy garlic sauce made with mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.

Ranch dressing: A classic choice, ranch dressing provides a cool, herbal contrast to the crispy mushrooms.

Honey mustard: A sweet and tangy sauce made by combining honey and Dijon mustard.

Spicy mayo: Mix mayonnaise with a bit of Sriracha or another hot sauce for a creamy, spicy dip.

Marinara sauce: A rich tomato-based sauce that complements the savory flavors of the mushrooms.

Soy sauce and wasabi: A simple mixture that offers an Asian twist, with the umami of soy sauce and a kick from wasabi.

Teriyaki sauce: A sweet, sticky sauce that pairs well with fried foods.

Balsamic reduction: A sweet and tangy sauce that adds a gourmet touch when drizzled over the mushrooms.

Buffalo sauce: For those who love a kick, buffalo sauce adds heat and flavor.

Greek Tzatziki: Made with yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and herbs, this cool sauce adds a refreshing element.

 

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Deep-Fried Mushrooms features only four ingredients, so making these tasty appetizers is quick and easy.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 minutes
  • Total Time: 19 minutes
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Deep Fryer
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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8 to 10 ounces whole white mushrooms
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs or flavor of choice

Instructions

Wash the mushrooms and remove about 1/8 to 1/4 inch of the stem.

Pat mushrooms dry with a paper towel.

Coat mushrooms with flour, lightly tapping to remove excess flour.

Dip into eggs.

Coat with bread crumbs.

Set on a rack for a few minutes so batter sets/dries.

Heat the oil in the deep fryer to 375 degrees F.

Deep fry mushrooms in batches for approximately 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown.

Drain on paper towels and serve.

Serve with Garlic Aioli, barbecue sauce, Ranch dressing, or all three!

Notes

Photo credit: (c) Can Stock Photo / Fesenko

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