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Beer Battered Mushrooms Recipe

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Crispy, golden beer battered mushrooms are a delicious appetizer or snack made by dipping fresh cremini mushrooms in a seasoned beer batter and deep frying them until perfectly crunchy. This recipe yields tender, flavorful mushrooms with a light, airy coating, ideal for serving with your favorite dipping sauces and garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color.

Ingredients

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Frying Oil

  • 6 cups canola oil

Batter

  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
  • 1 cup cold light beer

Mushrooms

  • 16 oz. button cremini mushrooms, cleaned

Garnish (optional)

  • Minced parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oil: In a large, heavy-bottom pot, heat 6 cups of canola oil to 350°F (175°C), ensuring the oil reaches the right temperature for perfect frying without absorbing excess oil.
  2. Prepare the batter: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour and 2 teaspoons seasoned salt. Gradually add 1 cup of cold light beer while whisking until the batter is smooth and free of lumps, creating a light and airy coating.
  3. Batter the mushrooms: Dip each cleaned button cremini mushroom individually into the beer batter, using a fork to lift and allow excess batter to drip off before frying. This helps achieve an even coating and crisp texture.
  4. Fry the mushrooms: Carefully drop the battered mushrooms in batches into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 3-5 minutes per batch until the mushrooms are golden brown and tender inside.
  5. Drain and serve: Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried mushrooms and let them drain on paper towels to remove excess oil. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with minced parsley for a fresh finish.

Notes

  • Ensure the oil temperature stays steady at 350°F for crispy results; use a thermometer for accuracy.
  • Use cold beer to keep the batter light and create a crisp texture.
  • Do not overcrowd the fryer as it will reduce oil temperature and lead to soggy mushrooms.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • These mushrooms are best served immediately to enjoy the crispy texture.

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