Ranch Breaded Mushrooms Recipe
Crispy and flavorful Ranch Breaded Mushrooms are the perfect appetizer or snack. Fresh mushrooms are coated with a seasoned ranch breadcrumb mixture, fried to golden perfection, and served with your favorite dipping sauces. This recipe delivers a crunchy texture and a delicious tangy ranch flavor that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Mushrooms
- 1 pound fresh white or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and halved or quartered if large
Breading Station
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch dressing seasoning mix
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil, for frying
Optional for Serving
- Ranch dressing, for dipping
- Hot sauce, for dipping
Instructions
- Clean the Mushrooms: Gently wipe mushrooms with a damp paper towel to remove dirt. Avoid soaking to maintain texture. If rinsed briefly, pat completely dry.
- Prepare the Flour Mixture: Place all-purpose flour in a shallow dish to coat mushrooms initially for better egg adhesion.
- Prepare the Egg Wash: Whisk two large eggs in a separate shallow dish until well combined and slightly frothy for even coverage.
- Prepare the Ranch Breadcrumb Mixture: In a third shallow dish, mix panko breadcrumbs, ranch dressing seasoning mix, garlic powder, and black pepper thoroughly for an evenly flavored crust.
- Bread the Mushrooms: Dredge mushroom pieces in flour, shake off excess, then dip fully in the egg wash allowing excess to drip off. Finally, coat thoroughly in the ranch breadcrumb mixture, pressing firmly to create a thick crust. Repeat for all mushrooms.
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Test readiness by dropping a breadcrumb piece; it should sizzle and brown inside 30 seconds.
- Fry in Batches: Add breaded mushrooms carefully to the hot oil in a single layer without overcrowding to maintain oil temperature and crispiness.
- Cook Until Golden Brown: Fry mushrooms for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, monitoring closely to avoid burning.
- Remove and Drain: Use a slotted spoon or spider to transfer mushrooms to a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil and keep crisp.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy hot and crispy mushrooms with optional ranch dressing or hot sauce for dipping, garnished with fresh parsley or paprika if desired.
Notes
- Do not soak mushrooms in water to avoid sogginess; cleaning with a damp towel is preferred.
- Maintain oil temperature by frying in small batches to ensure crispiness.
- Press breadcrumbs firmly onto mushrooms for a thick, crunchy coating.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
- Optional garnishes like fresh parsley or paprika add color and extra flavor.
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