Golden, Crunchy, Irresistible Snack or Appetizer
Ingredients
Mushrooms
- 1½ lbs (700 g) fresh mushrooms (button or baby bella work best)
- Water (for rinsing)
- Paper towels (to dry well)
Breading Station
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Egg Wash
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
Crispy Coating
- 1½ cups breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch 🔥)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional but AMAZING)
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon chili powder or cayenne (optional)
For Frying
- Vegetable oil or canola oil (enough for deep frying)
Instructions
- Prep the Mushrooms
Clean mushrooms gently and pat completely dry.
Dry mushrooms = extra crispiness. - Set Up Breading Station
- Bowl 1: Flour + salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika
- Bowl 2: Eggs + milk, whisked
- Bowl 3: Breadcrumbs + Parmesan + Italian seasoning + chili powder
- Coat the Mushrooms
- Roll mushrooms in flour (shake off excess)
- Dip into egg mixture
- Coat fully in breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently
- Heat the Oil
Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
Oil should be hot but not smoking. - Fry to Golden Perfection
Fry mushrooms in batches for 3–4 minutes, turning occasionally, until deep golden brown. - Drain & Rest
Remove and place on paper towels.
Sprinkle lightly with salt while hot.
Optional Dipping Sauces
- Garlic aioli
- Ranch dressing
- Spicy mayo
- Marinara sauce
- Honey mustard
Pro Tips
- Don’t overcrowd the pan — crisp needs space
- Panko breadcrumbs = extra crunch
- Add a squeeze of lemon right before serving for restaurant vibes
How to Serve
Perfect as:
- Party appetizer
- Movie night snack
- Burger or steak side
- Game-day favorite