Description
Indulge in the delightful crunch of Crispy Fried Mushrooms, a perfect appetizer for any occasion! These savory bites are coated in a light batter and deep-fried to golden perfection, delivering an irresistible texture that keeps everyone coming back for more. Whether you’re hosting a party, enjoying a casual get-together, or simply looking for a comforting snack, these mushrooms are sure to impress. With easy preparation and simple ingredients, you can whip up this mouthwatering treat that pairs beautifully with various dipping sauces or stands alone as a delicious finger food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces whole fresh white button mushrooms (washed, dried, and stem trimmed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt + extra for topping
- 1 cup whole milk (chilled)
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 1.5 quarts)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, garlic powder, and salt. Gradually add chilled milk and whisk until smooth.
- Heat the oil: In a heavy-bottom pan, heat vegetable oil to around 370°F (188°C).
- Coat the mushrooms: Dip each mushroom into the batter one by one and remove with a fork.
- Fry: Carefully place coated mushrooms into the hot oil using a slotted spoon. Fry in batches for even cooking.
- Check doneness: Fry until golden brown, about 4 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve: Sprinkle with salt and garnish with parsley before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers & Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 3 fried mushrooms (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 3mg