DEEP FRIED MUSHROOMS: BATTERED & CRUMBED

Deep Fried Mushrooms: Battered & Crumbed image

Provided by Dboz Lyfe

Categories Snacks

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

250-400 g white button mushrooms
1 c flour
1/2 c cornflour/starch
1 tsp salt
1 c water
2 c breadcrumbs (panko is best for this)
2-3 c vegetable oil for deep frying (im just guessing the quantity!)
OPTIONAL
2 tsp baking powder (i forgot to include this earlier because i dont usually add it, but can give your mushrooms a nice round look if thats what you like. doesnt make a difference for me)
Addtional some people find this coating bland so if you're worried about it add some herbs or spices. i love it how it is.

Steps:

1. Heat oil to 190 degrees Celcius
2. Mix dry ingredients (except breadcrumbs) in a bowl and add water to make the batter (pancake consistency or close to it)
3. Using a fork or skewer, dip mushroom in batter and let excess drip off. I usually do a few at a time and lean them against the bowl until all the excess has finished dripping off.
4. Coat the battered mushroom in breadcrumbs and fry until golden.
5. Drain on paper towels and let stand for a few minutes as the mushroom will be piping hot inside. Season with salt & pepper as desired.
6. Serve as a side or as a snack.