Crispy Fried Mushrooms

Crispy Garlic Mushroom Bites

Crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside—these bites are pure flavor bombs. Coated in a garlicky, cheesy breadcrumb mix and fried until golden, these mushroom bites are perfect for snacking, sharing, or impressing guests at your next gathering.

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🧂 Ingredients

For the Mushrooms:

Ingredient	Quantity
Small button or cremini mushrooms (stems trimmed)	16 oz (approx. 20–25)
All-purpose flour	½ cup
Large eggs, beaten	2
Panko breadcrumbs	1 cup
Grated Parmesan cheese	½ cup
Garlic (minced or powder)	2 cloves or 1 tsp
Dried parsley (or fresh, chopped)	1 tsp
Paprika (optional)	½ tsp
Salt & Pepper	To taste
Vegetable oil	For frying

For Serving:

• Marinara sauce, ranch, or garlic aioli for dipping
• Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Set Up Your Breading Station

Prepare three shallow bowls:

• Bowl 1: Flour seasoned generously with salt and pepper.
• Bowl 2: Two beaten eggs.
• Bowl 3: A mix of panko, Parmesan, garlic (minced or powdered), parsley, paprika (if using), plus more salt and pepper. Stir thoroughly to combine.

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Step 2: Bread the Mushrooms

One by one:

1. Dredge each mushroom in the seasoned flour. Shake off the excess.
2. Dip into the beaten eggs, coating fully.
3. Roll in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to coat all sides.

Place coated mushrooms on a plate or tray while you finish the rest.

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Step 3: Fry to Golden Perfection

In a heavy-bottomed skillet, heat ½ inch of vegetable oil over medium heat. To test if it’s ready, drop in a breadcrumb—it should sizzle instantly.

• Fry mushrooms in batches to avoid overcrowding.
• Cook 2–3 minutes per batch, turning to brown all sides evenly.
• Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain off excess oil.

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Step 4: Garnish and Serve

Sprinkle the hot, crispy mushrooms with fresh parsley for a burst of color. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces like marinara, ranch, or aioli.