Fried Mushrooms
Crispy fried mushrooms that are delicious and easy to make, perfect as an appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Mushroom Preparation
- 1 pound small button mushrooms, ends trimmed Can substitute with other mushrooms like portobello or shiitake.
Batter
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided 1/2 cup for tossing mushrooms, rest for batter.
- 1 cup beer Can substitute with sparkling water or club soda.
- 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Frying
- Oil for frying Ensure oil is hot enough for frying.
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped For garnish before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat 3 inches of oil in a deep pot to 375°F.
- Toss the mushrooms in 1/2 cup of flour, shaking off any excess.
Batter Mixture
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 cup of flour, beer, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
Frying
- Dip each mushroom into the batter, letting the excess drip back into the bowl.
- Fry 4-5 mushrooms at a time in the hot oil until golden brown, about 7 minutes.
- Remove the mushrooms and drain on paper towels. Repeat with the remaining mushrooms.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve hot for the best taste. Goes well with dipping sauce like ranch, garlic aioli, or ketchup. To store, let cool and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for a few minutes to regain crispiness. For extra flavor, let the batter sit for a few minutes before dipping the mushrooms.