Perfect Fried Mushrooms Appetizer (Print Version)
Golden, crisp mushrooms with flavorful seasoning and crunchy coating, perfect for dipping and sharing.
# Ingredients:
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16 oz white button mushrooms or cremini mushrooms
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1.5 cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup panko breadcrumbs
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1 cup soda water or beer
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1/2 cup buttermilk or 1/2 cup milk + 1/2 lemon, juiced, or 1 tbsp vinegar
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1 egg
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1/2 tbsp salt
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp onion powder
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1/2 tsp sweet paprika
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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4-6 cups vegetable or canola oil, for frying
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Handful of parsley, for garnish
# Directions:
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Wipe the mushrooms with a paper towel or kitchen towel. Use a wet sponge to clean if necessary and trim off woody or soft ends. Cut into two or four if mushrooms vary in size.
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Mix the flour with salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper in a bowl. Toss the cleaned mushrooms with 1/4 of the flour mix.
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In a separate bowl, mix soda water, buttermilk, and egg. Whisk well, then sift the remaining flour from the flour mix into this wet mixture and combine until smooth and lump-free.
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Pour panko breadcrumbs into a shallow bowl. Arrange next to the flour-coated mushrooms and batter for easy dredging.
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Pour enough oil into a deep saucepan or fryer to reach 3-4 inches in depth. Heat to 175°C (350°F).
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Dip each mushroom in the batter, letting the excess drip off. Coat in panko breadcrumbs and set aside.
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Ensure the oil is hot enough for frying. Test with a wooden spoon or skewer; if bubbles form immediately and float to the surface, the oil is ready.
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Work in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry mushrooms for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and crisp, stirring to ensure even cooking.
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Transfer fried mushrooms to a tray lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
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Enjoy the mushrooms immediately as an appetizer, side dish, or with your favorite dipping sauce. Once cooled, store in the fridge for up to 2-3 days and reheat before serving.
# Notes:
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Use firm mushrooms to avoid them becoming mushy when fried.
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Use a dry coating like flour or breadcrumbs to absorb moisture and maintain crispness.
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Maintain oil at the proper high temperature to ensure even frying.