Crispy Fried Mushrooms with Cool Ranch Dip 🍄🌿
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 pound of fresh mushrooms (such as button or cremini)
- Oil for frying
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions:
1. Start by preparing the mushrooms. Clean them thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel. Trim the stems if necessary.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk with garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt. This will be your flavorful soak for the mushrooms.
3. Place the mushrooms in the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are fully submerged. Let them soak for about 30 minutes—this step adds moisture and flavor.
4. While the mushrooms are soaking, prepare the coating. In a separate large bowl, mix together the flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, and a little more salt. This seasoned flour mixture will give your mushrooms that sought-after crispy crust.
5. Once the soaking time is up, heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. You’ll need enough oil to submerge the mushrooms; about 2 inches deep should do.
6. Take each mushroom out of the buttermilk and allow excess liquid to drip off. Then, coat each mushroom in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure the flour adheres well.
7. Carefully place the coated mushrooms into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pan; fry them in batches if necessary. Fry for about 4-5 minutes or until they are golden brown and crisp, turning occasionally for even cooking.
8. Once cooked to perfection, use a slotted spoon to remove the mushrooms from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
9. Now, let's make the Cool Ranch Dip. In a bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, dried dill, and dried parsley. Mix until the ingredients are well blended. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
10. Serve your crispy fried mushrooms hot, accompanied by the cool ranch dip. Enjoy the delightful crunch paired with the creamy sauce that’s perfect for dipping!
Happy cooking!