TheseĀ Crispy Fried MushroomsĀ are golden brown,Ā perfectly seasoned, and irresistibly crunchyĀ on the outside, while stayingĀ juicy and tenderĀ on the inside. Paired with aĀ cool, tangy homemade ranch dip, they makeĀ an addicting appetizer, side dish, or party snack!
š Ingredients
For the Fried Mushrooms:
āĀ 1 lb mushroomsĀ (button, cremini, or oyster ā cleaned & stems trimmed)Ā š
āĀ 1 cup buttermilkĀ (for tenderizing & extra crispiness!)Ā š„
āĀ 1 teaspoon garlic powderĀ (adds a subtle kick!)Ā š§
āĀ Ā½ teaspoon paprikaĀ (for a mild smoky depth!)Ā š¶ļø
āĀ 1 cup all-purpose flourĀ (for the first coating!)
āĀ 1 cup breadcrumbs or pankoĀ (for extra crunch!)Ā š„
āĀ Ā½ cup cornstarchĀ (for the crispiest texture!)
āĀ 1 teaspoon saltĀ š§
āĀ Ā½ teaspoon black pepper
āĀ Ā½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat!š„)
āĀ Vegetable oil (for frying)Ā š¢ļø
For the Cool Ranch Dip:
āĀ Ā½ cup mayonnaise
āĀ Ā½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurtĀ š„
āĀ 1 teaspoon lemon juice or vinegarĀ š
āĀ Ā½ teaspoon dried dillĀ šæ
āĀ Ā½ teaspoon garlic powderĀ š§
āĀ Ā½ teaspoon onion powderĀ š§
āĀ Ā½ teaspoon salt
āĀ Ā¼ teaspoon black pepper
āĀ 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or chives (optional)Ā š±
šØāš³ Step-by-Step Instructions
1ļøā£ Prep the Mushrooms
- Clean mushrooms byĀ wiping with a damp paper towelĀ or lightly rinsing and patting dry.
- Trim stems if needed, but keep the mushrooms whole for extra juiciness.
2ļøā£ Soak in Buttermilk Mixture
- In aĀ large bowl, mixĀ buttermilk, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the mushrooms, making sure theyāreĀ fully coated.
- Cover and let them soak forĀ 30 minutesĀ (this makes them extra juicy and helps the coating stick!).
3ļøā£ Prepare the Breading Station
- In one shallow bowl, mixĀ flour and cornstarch.
- In another bowl, whisk togetherĀ breadcrumbs (or panko), salt, black pepper, and cayenne (if using).
4ļøā£ Coat the Mushrooms for Extra Crispiness
- Remove mushrooms from the buttermilk andĀ shake off excess liquid.
- Dredge in the flour-cornstarch mixture, shaking off excess.
- Dip back into theĀ buttermilk.
- Finally, coat in theĀ breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place on a plate and let them sit forĀ 5 minutesĀ (helps the coating stick better!).
5ļøā£ Fry to Perfection
- HeatĀ 2-3 inches of oilĀ in aĀ deep pan or fryerĀ toĀ 350Ā°F (175Ā°C).
- Fry mushrooms inĀ small batches, cooking forĀ 3ā4 minutesĀ until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove with aĀ slotted spoonĀ and drain on aĀ paper towel-lined plate.
- Sprinkle lightly withĀ extra saltĀ while still hot.
6ļøā£ Make the Cool Ranch Dip
- In a small bowl, whisk togetherĀ mayo, sour cream, lemon juice, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir inĀ chopped parsley or chivesĀ for extra freshness.
- Chill in the fridge for at leastĀ 15 minutesĀ for the best flavor.
š½ļø Serving Suggestions
āĀ Serve hot with Cool Ranch DipĀ for an addicting crunch! š„£
āĀ Pair with honey mustard or spicy aioliĀ for variety. š¶ļø
āĀ Add to a grazing boardĀ for an ultimate snack spread! š§š„
āĀ Toss in buffalo sauceĀ for a spicy, wing-style alternative! š„
š ļø Storage & Reheating Tips
- Refrigerate:Ā Store leftovers in anĀ airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat:Ā Bake in the oven atĀ 375Ā°F (190Ā°C) for 10 minutes, or air fry atĀ 350Ā°F (175Ā°C) for 5 minutesĀ to crisp them back up!
- Freeze:Ā Coat mushrooms, freeze on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag. Fry directly from frozen!
š Why Youāll Love This Recipe
āĀ Super Crispy & FlavorfulĀ ā Light, crunchy coating with juicy mushrooms!
āĀ Easy & Fun to MakeĀ ā No fancy ingredients required!
āĀ Crowd-Pleasing SnackĀ ā Perfect for parties, game nights, or appetizers!
āĀ Cool, Tangy Ranch DipĀ ā The perfect creamy complement!
TheseĀ Crispy Fried MushroomsĀ withĀ Cool Ranch DipĀ will be yourĀ new go-to appetizer! šš„ Try them today andĀ let me know how they turn out!
š¬Ā Would you dip them in ranch, honey mustard, or spicy aioli? Comment below!Ā ā¬ļøš
