Crispy Fried Mushrooms

Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

• 500 g (1 lb) fresh mushrooms, cleaned and trimmed
• ½ cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup (100 g) breadcrumbs or panko
• Vegetable oil for frying
• Optional: chopped parsley for garnish

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Instructions

1. Prepare mushrooms:
   Pat mushrooms dry with a paper towel.
2. Set up breading station:
   • Bowl 1: flour mixed with salt, pepper, and garlic powder
   • Bowl 2: beaten eggs
   • Bowl 3: breadcrumbs or panko
3. Coat mushrooms:
   Dip each mushroom in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to coat well.
4. Heat oil:
   In a deep skillet or pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat (enough to cover the bottom, about 1 cm deep).
5. Fry mushrooms:
   Fry mushrooms in batches 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
6. Drain & serve:
   Remove mushrooms and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Garnish with parsley and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.