Description
Crispy fried mushrooms are a delightful snack or appetizer that have captured the hearts and taste buds of food enthusiasts everywhere. With their crunchy exterior and juicy, flavorful interior, these little bites of heaven are hard to resist.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh white button mushrooms
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
1. 1. Mix the panko breadcrumbs, Old Bay Seasoning, marjoram, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper in a shallow bowl to create the seasoned breading mixture.
2. 2. Soak the cleaned and trimmed mushrooms in buttermilk to absorb flavors and enhance coating adhesion.
3. 3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or large frying pan to 350°F.
4. 4. Dredge the mushrooms in flour, dip them back into the buttermilk, and then roll them in the seasoned panko breadcrumb mixture.
5. 5. Carefully place the coated mushrooms in the hot oil, frying them in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
6. 6. Remove fried mushrooms with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
7. 7. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
Ensure oil is heated to the correct temperature for optimal crispiness.
Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming.
Thoroughly coat mushrooms in the breading mixture.
Drain on paper towels to keep them crisp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg