Spicy Fried Mushrooms
These Spicy Fried Mushrooms are crispy on the outside, tender inside, and packed with bold flavor. Perfectly seasoned and fried until golden brown, they make a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh cremini or white mushrooms cleaned
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ cups panko breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Clean the mushrooms and pat them completely dry with a paper towel. If they are large, cut them in half for even frying.
- In one shallow bowl, mix the pank bread crumbs, flour, cornstarch, Old Bay seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- In a second bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk until smooth.
- Dip each mushroom into the egg mixture first, shaking off the excess. Then dip it into the flour mixture, pressing gently so the coating sticks well. Place the coated mushrooms on a wire rack while you finish the rest.
- In a deep skillet or pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
- Working in batches, carefully add the coated mushrooms to the hot oil. Fry for 3–4 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the mushrooms and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with ranch dressing, spicy mayo, or your favorite dipping sauce.
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Recipe Tips
For maximum crunch, make sure your oil is hot enough before frying around 350°F and avoid overcrowding the pan. This helps each mushroom fry evenly and stay crisp instead of soggy.
