PEGGI'S DEEP FRIED MOREL MUSHROOMS

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There's nothin' better than a morel mushroom! We hunt these every spring & really enjoy them. Use as an appetizer or a side dish.

Provided by Peggi Anne Tebben

Categories     Vegetable Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 tsp *cayenne pepper
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp dried oregano
1/8 tsp dried thyme
1/8 tsp cumin
1/2 c flour
1/2 c italian cracker crumbs
***I MAKE UP 10 BATCHES OF THE DRY INGREDIENTS & KEEP IN GALLON ZIPLOCK BAG IN THE FREEZER
1 large egg
1 1/2 c milk
morel mushrooms

Steps:

  • 1. Cut morels in half lengthwise & place in warm salt water to soak. This not only cleans & removes bugs & sand, but reconstitutes any that have dried some.
  • 2. Mix all dry ingredients in large ziplock bag. Set aside.
  • 3. Mix egg & milk in another bowl.
  • 4. Take mushrooms out of water a few at a time & dip in egg mix, then in dry mix.
  • 5. Shake off excess & drop in deep fryer that the oil is heated to about 325°- 350° or high heat. Fry on one side until dark, then flip & finish frying the other side.
  • 6. Note: If you have a batter pro bowl for breading, that's what I use.
  • 7. Drain on paper towel. They should be crisp & stay crisp.
  • 8. * I recommend adding a little more cayenne if you like the zip in it. I can't do real hot any more. It's great either way.

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