Fried Mushrooms Crispy Button (Printable Format)
Crispy, golden mushrooms with a savory batter and fresh parsley. Perfect for sharing or as an appetizer.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Main
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16 ounces whole fresh white button mushrooms, washed, dried, stems trimmed
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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0.5 teaspoon salt, plus additional for sprinkling
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1 cup whole milk, well-chilled
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Vegetable oil for deep frying, approximately 6 cups
→ Garnish
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Fresh parsley, finely chopped
# Preparation Steps:
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, and salt until evenly distributed. Pour in chilled whole milk and whisk until a smooth, lump-free batter forms.
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Pour vegetable oil into a large heavy-bottomed pan or deep fryer. Heat to 370°F (188°C), maintaining an oil temperature between 360°F (182°C) and 380°F (193°C) throughout frying.
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Dip individual mushrooms into the prepared batter, allowing any excess to drip off. Repeat with remaining mushrooms.
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Using a slotted spoon, gently lower battered mushrooms into the hot oil, working in small batches to prevent overcrowding. Fry for about 4 minutes or until deeply golden brown. For larger mushrooms, extend frying by 30 to 60 seconds as needed.
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Remove fried mushrooms with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Immediately sprinkle with additional salt and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot.
# Supplementary Details:
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Use white button mushrooms for optimal results. Ensure milk is very cold to create a light, crisp batter.
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Serve with preferred dipping sauces such as ranch, marinara, or honey mustard.
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Do not freeze fried mushrooms, as quality deteriorates upon thawing.
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For a flavor twist, try adding Italian seasoning to the batter or use cremini mushrooms as an alternative.
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Mushrooms can be halved before frying for smaller appetizer portions.