Description
These Crispy Garlic Mushroom Bites are a delightful appetizer featuring tender mushrooms enveloped in a golden, crunchy breadcrumb coating. Infused with aromatic garlic and herbs, they offer a burst of flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz (about 20–25) small button or cremini mushrooms, stems trimmed
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
- 1 tsp dried parsley (or fresh parsley, chopped)
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or aioli (for dipping)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour seasoned with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mix of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each mushroom into the flour, then the eggs, and finally the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to coat well.
- Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry mushrooms in batches for 2–3 minutes, turning to ensure even browning. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Remove mushrooms and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm with your preferred dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for more intense flavor, or garlic powder for convenience.
- For a lighter version, bake the breaded mushrooms at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Adjust seasonings to taste; add chili flakes for heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg