Fried Mushrooms – Easy Pan or Deep Fried Recipe
Crispy fried mushrooms that can be prepared either by pan frying or deep frying, featuring a seasoned flour coating and an optional egg dip for a thicker breading. This easy recipe results in golden brown, flavorful mushrooms perfect as an appetizer or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
For the Mushrooms
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms, cleaned
Coating
- 1 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons seasoned salt
- 2 eggs (optional, for thicker breading)
Frying
- Vegetable or canola oil, enough to create an inch or more in the pan for pan frying, or as required for deep fryer
Instructions
- Prepare the Oil and Flour Mixture: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat for pan frying or heat to 375°F if deep frying. To test if the oil is hot enough, sprinkle a pinch of flour in the oil; it should sizzle. Combine the flour and seasoned salt in a large bowl or zip-top bag.
- For Thin Breading: Pour sliced mushrooms into the flour and seasoned salt mixture and stir or shake to coat evenly.
- For Thick Breading: Dip mushrooms into the eggs, then coat them with the seasoned flour mixture before frying.
- Fry the Mushrooms: Carefully place coated mushrooms into the heated oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes, flipping if necessary, until golden brown. For deep frying, fry the mushrooms for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
- Drain Excess Oil: Remove mushrooms from oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to soak up excess oil.
- Serve: Serve the fried mushrooms warm as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Wash mushrooms but avoid soaking them to prevent sogginess.
- Additional seasonings can be sprinkled on fried mushrooms for extra flavor.
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