Crispy Fried Mushrooms with Herbed Ranch Dip
Golden, crunchy breaded mushrooms served with a creamy herbed ranch dip. These addictive bites are perfect as an appetizer, game-day snack, or a crowd-pleasing party platter.
- Author: Djihane
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- For the Fried Mushrooms:
- 16 oz button or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and halved
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (or panko)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- For the Herbed Ranch Dip:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Toss mushrooms in flour, then dip in egg, and coat in the seasoned breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat 2–3 inches of oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium heat. Once hot, fry mushrooms in batches for 2–3 minutes or until golden and crisp.
- Drain on a paper towel–lined plate and immediately season with salt.
- For the dip, whisk together sour cream, mayo, parsley, dill, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
- Serve crispy mushrooms hot with a side of ranch dip, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
- Pat mushrooms dry before breading to help coating stick.
- Use a thermometer to keep oil at 350°F for best frying results.
- Dip can be made in advance and stored for up to 3 days in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: fried mushrooms, herbed ranch dip, crispy appetizer, party snack, vegetarian fried bites