Buffalo Shrooms
Get ready to elevate your snack game with "Buffalo Shrooms," a fiery twist on classic comfort food that's perfect for game day, parties, or whenever you’re craving bold flavors. Tender button or cremini mushrooms are coated in a seasoned batter, rolled in crispy panko breadcrumbs, and deep-fried to golden perfection before being drenched in a zesty buffalo sauce made with butter for a rich, spicy kick. Whether you're a fan of plant-based alternatives or traditional ingredients, this versatile recipe adapts seamlessly, offering options for both dairy and non-dairy ingredients. Pair these addictive bites with creamy ranch or tangy blue cheese dressing and crunchy celery sticks for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that hits all the right notes. Perfectly crispy, spicy, and full of umami, Buffalo Shrooms will quickly become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Button or cremini mushrooms
- 120 g All-purpose flour
- 30 g Cornstarch
- 250 ml Unsweetened plant-based milk (or dairy milk)
- 150 g Breadcrumbs (panko recommended)
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 120 ml Buffalo sauce
- 60 g Unsalted butter (or plant-based butter)
- 500 ml Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or sunflower)
- optional Ranch or blue cheese dressing (optional, for serving)
- optional Celery sticks (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Clean the mushrooms by wiping them with a damp paper towel or brushing off any dirt. Trim the stems if necessary, but leave them mostly intact for easy handling.
In a medium bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Gradually whisk the plant-based milk into the dry mixture until it forms a smooth and thick batter.
Place the breadcrumbs in a shallow dish for coating.
Dip each mushroom into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated, then roll it in the breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to adhere. Set aside on a plate or baking tray.
Heat the oil in a deep skillet or saucepan over medium heat until it reaches approximately 180°C (350°F). You can test the oil by dropping in a small piece of batter—it should sizzle and float to the surface.
Fry the mushrooms in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 3–4 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove the fried mushrooms with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat, then stir in the buffalo sauce until fully combined. Remove from heat.
Toss the fried mushrooms in the buffalo sauce mixture until evenly coated.
Serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6209 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 576.7 g | 739% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.6 g | 353% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 139 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 7717 mg | 336% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 266.4 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.0 g | ||
| Protein | 50.0 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 751 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 3411 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
