Crunchy and flavorful fried sliced mushrooms served with a creamy homemade ranch dressing. This recipe is perfect as a delicious appetizer or snack for any occasion.
Author:rami
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Appetizer
Method:Frying
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Mushrooms:
1 lb button or cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 cup all-purpose flour
1⁄2 cup cornmeal (optional, for extra crunch)
2 large eggs
1⁄4 cup milk
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1⁄2 teaspoon salt
1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Ranch Dressing:
1⁄2 cup mayonnaise
1⁄2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried dill
1 teaspoon parsley
1⁄4 teaspoon salt
1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
1–2 tablespoons milk (to adjust consistency)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Ranch Dressing – In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, parsley, salt, and pepper. Add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the dressing reaches your desired consistency. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Step 2: Prepare the Coating – In one bowl, mix the flour, cornmeal (if using), garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
Step 3: Coat the Mushrooms – Dip each mushroom slice into the egg mixture, then dredge it in the flour mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated. Place the coated mushrooms on a plate and let them rest for 5 minutes to help the coating adhere.
Step 4: Fry the Mushrooms – Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the mushrooms in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried mushrooms to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Step 5: Serve – Arrange the fried mushrooms on a platter and serve with the chilled ranch dressing for dipping.
Notes
You can customize the ranch dressing by adding in additional herbs or spices to suit your taste.
For a lighter version, you can try baking the coated mushrooms in the oven instead of frying them.