Description

These fried oyster mushrooms are crispy, golden, and packed with savory flavor. A double coating creates a crunchy vegan fried chicken-style texture that is perfect for snacking, dipping, or serving in sandwiches.

Ingredients

150 g oyster mushrooms

1 1/2 cups plain flour

1 1/2 teaspoons paprika powder

1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder

1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder

1 teaspoon turmeric powder

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 teaspoon salt

Cracked black pepper, to taste

3/4 cup water

Oil for frying

Creamy BBQ sauce, for serving

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Instructions

Wipe the oyster mushrooms with a damp paper towel to remove any dirt.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, cayenne pepper, salt, and cracked black pepper.
Transfer 1/3 cup of the seasoned flour mixture to a second bowl. Add the water and whisk until a smooth batter forms.
Dip each mushroom into the wet batter, then coat it in the dry flour mixture.
Dip each mushroom back into the wet batter and coat again in the dry flour mixture until fully covered.
Heat oil in a pot over high heat.
Fry the mushrooms in batches until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
Transfer the fried mushrooms to paper towels to remove excess oil, then place them on a cooling rack to maintain crispness.
Serve immediately with creamy BBQ sauce or your preferred dipping sauce.

Notes

Use smoked paprika for a deeper smoky flavor.

Add extra cayenne pepper for more heat.

For a sandwich, serve in a bun with lettuce, pickles, and BBQ sauce.

Substitute gluten-free all-purpose flour to make the recipe gluten free.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheat in an oven or air fryer for the best crispy texture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Deep Fry
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 387 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 620 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 47 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 8 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg