Description
Crispy fried sliced mushrooms soaked in buttermilk and coated in a flavorful seasoned flour mixture, served hot with creamy ranch dressing. This easy appetizer or snack features golden brown mushrooms fried to perfection for a satisfying crunch and delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Mushrooms
- 8 oz mushrooms (white button or cremini, cleaned and sliced 1/4-inch thick)
Batter & Coating
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying
- Vegetable oil (enough for 2 inches in a deep skillet or pot, heated to 350°F)
To Serve
- Ranch dressing (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Soak Mushrooms: Place the sliced mushrooms in a bowl and cover them completely with buttermilk. Let them soak for 10 to 15 minutes. This step helps the flour coating adhere better to the mushrooms during frying.
- Prepare Oil: While the mushrooms soak, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F. Maintaining this temperature is key for crispy, non-greasy mushrooms.
- Mix Coating: In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper thoroughly. This seasoned flour mixture will provide flavor and crunch.
- Coat Mushrooms: Working in batches, take the mushrooms out of the buttermilk, shaking off any excess liquid. Dredge them in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to ensure an even coating on all sides.
- Fry Mushrooms: Fry the coated mushrooms in the hot oil in batches for 2 to 3 minutes each, or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain oil temperature and crispiness.
- Drain Excess Oil: Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried mushrooms to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Serve: Serve the fried sliced mushrooms hot with a side of ranch dressing for dipping. Enjoy immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- For even extra crunch, double-dip the mushrooms by returning them to the buttermilk and then the flour mixture a second time before frying.
- These mushrooms are best served fresh but can be reheated in an air fryer to regain their crispiness.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the flour mixture if you prefer a spicy kick.
