Fried Sliced Mushrooms with Ranch Recipe
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these fried sliced mushrooms are a delightful appetizer or snack. Paired with a creamy homemade ranch dressing, they make a perfect combination of flavors and textures.
- Author: Douaa
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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)
- 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
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the flour mixture.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to ensure a crispy coating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: fried mushrooms, ranch dressing, appetizer, snack, crispy mushrooms