Description
Master the art of making perfectly crispy fried morel mushrooms with this foolproof step-by-step guide. Enjoy a golden-brown crunch and rich, earthy flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12–15 medium-sized fresh morel mushrooms, cleaned thoroughly (or rehydrated dried morels)
- 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice/vinegar)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt (or mix of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 2 cups vegetable oil or peanut oil (for frying)
- Handful of fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse the morel mushrooms gently under cool water and pat dry thoroughly.
- Soak the mushrooms in buttermilk for at least 15 minutes to enhance flavor and help coating stick.
- In a shallow dish, mix flour, cornstarch, seasoned salt, black pepper, and paprika until well combined.
- Dredge the soaked mushrooms in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to coat evenly. Shake off any excess.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Test readiness by dropping in a pinch of flour—it should sizzle.
- Fry the mushrooms in batches for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding.
- Remove mushrooms and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Garnish with chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately for maximum crispiness.
Notes
Always soak morels in buttermilk before coating—this step ensures tenderness and flavor. For a healthier option, try baking them or using avocado oil.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–5 fried morels
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: fried morel mushrooms, crispy mushrooms, appetizer, mushroom recipe, foraging, crunchy snack