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Crispy Golden Fried Morel Mushrooms Recipe

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  • Author: Bertha
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Crispy Golden Fried Morel Mushrooms are a delicious appetizer or side dish featuring fresh morel mushrooms soaked, breaded with a seasoned saltine cracker and flour mixture, then fried to a perfect golden brown with butter and vegetable oil. This recipe captures the unique, earthy flavor of morels with a crunchy, flavorful coating, making it a perfect treat for mushroom lovers.

Ingredients

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Mushrooms and Soaking

  • 3/4 to 1 lb Fresh Morel Mushrooms
  • Water + table salt for soaking

Breading and Batter

  • 3 Large eggs
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
  • 2 Sleeves Saltine Crackers
  • 1/2 cup All Purpose Flour

Frying

  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil
  • 4 tbsp Salted Butter
  • Additional Salt for sprinkling after frying

Instructions

  1. Soak the Morels: Rinse the morel mushrooms thoroughly, slice them in half, and soak them overnight in salted water. This helps to clean and soften them.
  2. Dry the Mushrooms: After soaking, rinse the mushrooms again under clean water and lay them out to dry on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  3. Prepare the Egg Mixture: Beat the eggs with milk and add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create a seasoned batter for coating the mushrooms.
  4. Crush Crackers and Mix with Flour: Crush the saltine crackers inside a gallon-sized ziplock bag until finely crushed. Mix the crushed crackers with all-purpose flour in a bowl to create the breading mixture.
  5. Bread the Mushrooms: Dip the dried morel mushrooms into the egg mixture to coat them well, then dredge them in the cracker and flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere. Work in small batches to ensure even coating.
  6. Rest the Breaded Mushrooms: Place the breaded mushrooms on a clean plate or surface and let them rest for 10 minutes. This helps the breading set and stick better during frying.
  7. Heat Oil and Butter: In a skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil and salted butter over medium-high heat. Monitor carefully to avoid overheating and burning the butter.
  8. Fry the Mushrooms: Fry the mushrooms in batches, cooking each side for 4–5 minutes or until they are a crispy, golden brown color.
  9. Drain and Season: Remove the fried mushrooms and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil. Sprinkle with additional salt while still hot to enhance flavor.
  10. Serve: Serve the crispy golden fried morel mushrooms hot as a delightful appetizer or side dish.

Notes

  • Soaking morels overnight in salted water helps to clean out dirt and small insects effectively.
  • Ensure mushrooms are completely dry before breading to get a crispy crust.
  • Resting the breaded mushrooms before frying allows the coating to adhere better and results in a crispy texture.
  • Monitor oil temperature closely to prevent burning the butter and ensure even frying.
  • Use fresh morels for best flavor and texture.
  • This recipe can be doubled or halved depending on servings needed.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 115mg

Find it online: https://grannyeats.com/crispy-golden-fried-morel-mushrooms-recipe/