Crispy Fried Enoki Mushrooms
Crispy Fried Enoki Mushrooms are a mouthwatering snack or appetizer that are crunchy on the outside and tender inside, perfect for sharing or enjoying alone.
Ingredients
Mushrooms and Coating
- 1 package fresh enoki mushrooms, trimmed (approximately 7 ounces)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- as needed Oil for deep frying
Instructions
Preparation
- Gently rinse the enoki mushrooms and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Add the dried enoki mushrooms to the bowl and toss gently to coat them evenly.
Frying
- Heat the oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add the breaded mushrooms to the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary.
- Fry for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fried mushrooms from the oil and drain on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate.
Serving
- Serve immediately while still hot and crispy, either plain or with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
Make sure the mushrooms are dry before coating for better batter adherence. For a spicy kick, add cayenne pepper to the flour mixture. Fry in small batches to avoid overcrowding.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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