Ingredients
- For the Mushrooms:
- 1 lb button or cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornmeal (optional, for extra crunch)
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- For the Ranch Dressing:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon parsley
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (to adjust consistency)
Instructions
- 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.
- Prepare the Coating: In one bowl, mix together the flour, cornmeal (if using), garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- 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.
- 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.
- Serve: Arrange the fried mushrooms on a platter and serve with the chilled ranch dressing for dipping.
Notes
- Spicy Ranch: Add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper to the ranch dressing for a spicy kick.
- Different Mushrooms: Use other types of mushrooms like portobello or shiitake for a different texture and flavor.
- Seasoned Flour: Add additional spices like Italian seasoning, thyme, or chili powder to the flour mixture for extra flavor.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use a gluten-free flour blend and cornmeal to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Air-Fried Mushrooms: For a lighter option, you can air fry the coated mushrooms at 375°F for about 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
