🍄 Crispy Fried Mushrooms – Restaurant-Style Appetizer at Home

These Crispy Fried Mushrooms are golden, crunchy on the outside, and juicy on the inside — just like your favorite restaurant appetizer! Perfect for game day, parties, or as a fun snack, this easy fried mushroom recipe delivers big flavor with simple ingredients.

Serve them hot with ranch or garlic aioli for dipping!

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Ultra-crispy coating

• Juicy, tender mushrooms

• Ready in under 30 minutes

• Perfect appetizer or snack

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• 🛒 Ingredients

  • 16 oz whole button or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and stems trimmed

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 cup milk or buttermilk

  • 1½ cups seasoned breadcrumbs or panko

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • ½ tsp paprika

  • Salt & black pepper, to taste

  • Oil for frying

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  👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. In one bowl, whisk eggs and milk.

  2. In another bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

  3. Dredge mushrooms in flour, then dip into egg mixture, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.

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

  5. Fry mushrooms in batches for 2–3 minutes, until golden brown.

  6. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

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  🧊 Storage & Reheating

  • Best eaten fresh.

  • Reheat in air fryer or oven to restore crispiness.