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Delicious buttermilk fried mushrooms served as a crispy appetizer.

Buttermilk Fried Mushrooms

  • Author: chef caterina
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy, golden-brown mushrooms marinated in buttermilk and coated in a seasoned flour mixture, then fried to perfection for a delicious comfort food appetizer or snack.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb button or cremini mushrooms
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions

  1. Clean mushrooms and pat dry. If large, cut into halves or quarters.
  2. Place mushrooms in a bowl with buttermilk, ensuring they are fully coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne (if using), salt, and black pepper.
  4. Remove mushrooms from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Toss in flour mixture until evenly coated.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry mushrooms in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
  7. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with additional salt while hot.
  8. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, let coated mushrooms rest for 5 minutes before frying.
  • If you don’t have buttermilk, mix 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice with 1 cup milk and let sit for 5-10 minutes.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in an air fryer for best texture.
  • Adjust spices to taste – reduce cayenne for milder flavor or add more for extra heat.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 30 minutes marinating)
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer/Snack
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

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