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Deep Fried Mushrooms

Whole button mushrooms in a seasoned batter and fried until crispy and golden.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb button mushrooms
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 egg
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Method
 

  1. Wipe the mushrooms clean and trim the stems.
  2. Whisk the flour, egg, milk, and garlic powder into a smooth batter.
  3. Heat the oil to 375 degrees F in a deep pan.
  4. Dip each mushroom in the batter and let the excess drip off.
  5. Fry in batches 2 to 3 minutes, until golden and crisp.
  6. Drain on paper towels and serve with ranch.

Notes

Choose small, even mushrooms so they cook through at the same rate.