Description
Crispy and flavorful fried sliced mushrooms coated in a seasoned breadcrumb mixture, perfect as a savory snack or appetizer served with cool, creamy ranch dressing for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Mushroom Coating
- 1 pound fresh mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Frying
- Vegetable oil for frying
Dipping Sauce
- Ranch dressing (for dipping)
Instructions
- Prepare Coating Stations: Set up three shallow bowls: one filled with flour, the second with beaten eggs, and the third containing breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. This ensures an even, flavorful coating on the mushrooms.
- Coat Mushrooms: Dip each mushroom slice first into the flour, then into the beaten eggs, and finally press it into the seasoned breadcrumb mixture until fully covered, creating a crispy crust when fried.
- Heat Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a frying pan and heat it over medium heat until hot but not smoking, preparing it for frying the mushroom slices.
- Fry Mushrooms: Place the breaded mushroom slices carefully into the pan in batches to avoid overcrowding, frying each side for 2 to 3 minutes until they become golden brown and crispy. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve: Serve the crispy fried mushrooms immediately while hot alongside ranch dressing for dipping, making for a delicious and irresistible appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Ensure the oil is at the right temperature before frying to achieve a crispy texture without absorbing too much oil.
- Do not overcrowd the pan, which can cause the mushrooms to steam rather than fry.
- Use fresh mushrooms and dry them well before coating to prevent sogginess.
- You can customize the seasoning in the breadcrumb mix to your taste, adding cayenne pepper for a spicy kick or herbs for extra flavor.
- For a healthier alternative, use an air fryer and lightly spray the coated mushrooms with oil before air frying.
