Crispy Garlic Mushroom Bites

🍄 Crispy Garlic Mushroom Bites

🧄 Crunchy, garlicky, cheesy perfection in every bite!

🧂 Ingredients:

12 oz (340g) fresh button or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and trimmed

2 large eggs

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko or regular for extra crunch)

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)

Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

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🥣 Instructions:

1. Prep the mushrooms:

Pat mushrooms dry after cleaning.

Slice larger mushrooms in half; leave small ones whole.

2. Set up your dredging stations:

Bowl 1: Flour seasoned with salt and pepper.

Bowl 2: Beaten eggs.

Bowl 3: Breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

3. Coat the mushrooms:

Dip each mushroom in flour → egg → breadcrumb mixture.

Press coating firmly to help it stick.

4. Fry until golden:

Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).

Fry mushrooms in small batches for 2–3 minutes, or until golden and crispy.

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

5. Serve:

Sprinkle with chopped parsley.

Serve hot with your favorite dip (ranch, garlic aioli, spicy mayo, etc.).

🍽️ Tip:

To make them oven-baked or air-fried:

Oven: Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 min, flipping halfway.

Air Fryer: Cook at 390°F (200°C) for 10–12 min, shaking halfway.