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Crispy Fried Oyster Mushrooms

Crispy Fried Oyster Mushrooms for Irresistible Comfort Bites

Crispy Fried Oyster Mushrooms are a delicious, guilt-free snack that pleases everyone, even meat lovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mushroom Marinade
  • 1 pound Oyster Mushrooms Fresh, firm mushrooms
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Use plant-based milk mixed with vinegar for vegan option
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
For Air Frying
  • as needed spray Oil Cooking spray to lightly grease the air fryer

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Gently clean the oyster mushrooms under running water and soak them in buttermilk for 15 minutes.
  2. Mix all-purpose flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cumin in a large bowl.
  3. Remove mushrooms from buttermilk, let excess drip off, coat in seasoned flour, dip back into buttermilk, and coat again in flour.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes and lightly grease the basket.
  5. Arrange the coated mushrooms in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, shaking halfway.
  6. Carefully remove mushrooms once cooked, serve hot with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Choose fresh and firm oyster mushrooms for best results. Marinate for 24 hours for deeper flavor if time allows. Reheat leftovers for optimal crunch.

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