Description
Crispy fried sliced mushrooms paired with a creamy homemade ranch dipping sauce make for a delightful appetizer or snack. The mushrooms are coated in a seasoned flour and cornmeal mixture for an extra crunch, then fried to golden perfection. Serve these savory bites warm alongside the cool, flavorful ranch dressing for a perfect balance.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Mushrooms
- 1 lb button or cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal (optional, for extra crunch)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 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)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ranch Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Add milk gradually, stirring until you achieve your desired consistency. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Prepare the Coating: In a medium bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper thoroughly. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and milk together until well combined to create the wet dip.
- Coat the Mushrooms: Dip each sliced mushroom first into the egg mixture, ensuring it is fully coated, then dredge it in the seasoned flour and cornmeal mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Place coated mushrooms on a plate and let them rest for 5 minutes to help the coating set properly.
- Fry the Mushrooms: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or frying pan to 350°F (175°C). Carefully add mushrooms in batches to avoid overcrowding and fry for 2-3 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve: Arrange the fried mushrooms on a serving platter and serve immediately with the chilled ranch dressing on the side for dipping, ensuring a delicious contrast of hot crispy mushrooms and cool creamy sauce.
Notes
- For extra crunch, include the optional cornmeal in the coating mixture.
- Make sure the oil temperature is steady at 350°F to properly fry the mushrooms without sogginess.
- You can prepare the ranch dressing a few hours ahead to enhance its flavor.
- Use fresh mushrooms and slice evenly for uniform frying.
- Drain fried mushrooms well to keep them crispy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
