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Fried Shiitake Mushrooms
From Statesboro Market2Go
<p>Deliciously crispy and juicy, these fried mushrooms make great appetizers or side dish! Please consider leaving a picture or comment if you decide to try this recipe!</p>Source: mantitlement.com (Entered by Ariana Giddens)
Serves: 6
Vegetarian!
Ingredients
7 ounces
Shiitake mushrooms (cleaned & stemmed)
2 cups
Flour
1
Egg
2 teaspoons
Garlic powder
1 teaspoon
Paprika
1 teaspoon
Kosher salt
1 cup
Beer (plus more for the batter if needed)
3 tablespoons
Fresh chopped thyme (divided)
Salt for seasoning
Canola or peanut oil frying
Step by Step Instructions
- Put the flour, garlic powder, paprika and salt into a bowl and whisk until well combined. Add the beer and beaten egg to the dry ingredients a little at a time. You may not need to use the whole cup of beer at this stage.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped thyme, then set the batter aside for 20 minutes to thicken. If the batter becomes too thick, add additional beer.
- Halfway fill a deep, sturdy pot with the frying oil of your choice and heat it to 375 degrees. Working in batches, dip the mushrooms into the batter and carefully place them into the oil. (you may use tongs or a fryer basket if you wish)
- Let the mushrooms fry for 5 minutes, then place them onto a plate lined with paper towels and season with coarse salt and chopped thyme.