Description
Crispy fried mushrooms deliver a delectable crunch that elevates simple ingredients into a gourmet experience. Mushroom enthusiasts will savor this easy golden-brown appetizer that brings restaurant-quality flavor right to home kitchens.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) small button mushrooms, ends trimmed
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) beer
- 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) all-purpose flour, divided
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Finishing Ingredients:
- Oil for frying
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare a deep pot and heat oil to 375°F, ensuring sufficient depth for frying.
- Thoroughly coat mushrooms with flour, gently shaking off any loose powder to create an even layer.
- Create a smooth, lump-free batter by whisking beer with remaining flour, seasonings until fully incorporated and silky.
- Carefully dunk each mushroom into the batter, allowing excess to gracefully drip back into the mixing bowl.
- Gently lower 4-5 mushrooms into the sizzling oil, maintaining consistent temperature and avoiding overcrowding.
- Fry mushrooms until they transform into a rich, golden-brown color, approximately 7 minutes, turning occasionally for uniform crispiness.
- Transfer fried mushrooms onto paper towels, allowing excess oil to drain and preserve their crisp texture.
- Repeat frying process with remaining mushrooms, maintaining oil temperature for consistent results.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley immediately before serving to enhance visual appeal and add a subtle herbaceous note.
- Serve hot, ensuring maximum crunchiness and optimal flavor enjoyment.
Notes
- Choose mushrooms with firm, dry caps to prevent excess moisture during frying.
- Experiment with different beer styles like pale ale or wheat beer for unique flavor profiles.
- Pat mushrooms completely dry before coating to ensure maximum crispiness and prevent oil splattering.
- Adjust spice levels by increasing garlic or onion powder for bolder taste sensation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg