Vegan Crispy Fried Mushrooms
Dive into the irresistible crunch of Vegan Crispy Fried Mushrooms, a plant-based twist on a comfort food classic that's bursting with flavor and texture. This recipe features tender oyster mushrooms coated in a seasoned batter of all-purpose flour, cornstarch, nutritional yeast, and a medley of spices like smoked paprika and garlic powder, delivering a perfect balance of crispiness and savory goodness. The use of vegan buttermilk, made from almond milk and apple cider vinegar, ensures the coating adheres flawlessly for that golden, fried perfection. Quick and easy to prepare with just 20 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking time, these crispy mushrooms are ideal as a crunchy appetizer or snack, especially when paired with your favorite vegan dipping sauce. Perfect for vegans and anyone craving flavorful fried snacks, this recipe is sure to become a crowd-pleasing favorite at your next gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Oyster mushrooms
- 150 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Cornstarch
- 30 grams Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 240 milliliters Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 500 milliliters Vegetable oil
Instructions
Clean the oyster mushrooms with a damp cloth and remove any tough stems.
In a medium bowl, combine the unsweetened almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Stir and let it sit for about 5 minutes to curdle, forming a vegan 'buttermilk'.
In another large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Dip each mushroom into the vegan buttermilk, ensuring it's well-coated, then transfer to the flour mixture. Press the flour mixture onto the mushroom to form an even coating.
Place coated mushrooms on a plate and let them rest for about 5 minutes to set the coating.
While the mushrooms rest, heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
Carefully fry the mushrooms in batches, ensuring they are not overcrowded in the pan. Fry each batch for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the mushrooms and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve the crispy fried mushrooms hot with your favorite vegan dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4881 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 449.0 g | 576% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.0 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 284.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2642 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 210.3 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.1 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 52.9 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 491 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 3085 mg | 66% | |
*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.
