Here’s a delicious recipe for Crispy Fried Mushrooms with Cool Ranch Dip:
Crispy Fried Mushrooms
Ingredients:
- 1 pound mushrooms (button or cremini), cleaned and stems trimmed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions:
- Prepare the Mushrooms:
- Clean the mushrooms and trim the stems.
- Set Up the Breading Station:
- In one bowl, combine the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- In a second bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk.
- In a third bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
- Bread the Mushrooms:
- Dredge each mushroom in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Dip in the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Coat with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Fry the Mushrooms:
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large pot or deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the mushrooms in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried mushrooms to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Serve:
- Serve the crispy fried mushrooms hot with the cool ranch dip.
Cool Ranch Dip
Ingredients:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 tablespoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup buttermilk (adjust for desired consistency)
Instructions:
- Mix Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add Liquid Ingredients:
- Stir in the lemon juice and buttermilk until well combined. Adjust the buttermilk quantity to achieve your preferred dip consistency.
- Chill:
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve:
- Serve the cool ranch dip alongside the crispy fried mushrooms.
Enjoy your delicious appetizer!