How to Make Deep-Fried Morel Mushrooms - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of foraging for wild mushrooms, then you're probably familiar with the elusive and highly sought-after morel mushroom. These honeycomb-shaped fungi are a delicacy prized for their earthy, nutty flavor and meaty texture. While morels can be enjoyed in a variety of ways, one of the most popular and indulgent ways to prepare them is by deep-frying them to crispy perfection.

Deep-fried morel mushrooms make for an irresistible appetizer or side dish that will have everyone ...

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Ingredients

  • 20 large fresh morel mushrooms
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup Italian cracker crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ⅛ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 quart vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4

  • Place morels into a large bowl of warm, salted water and let soak for 30 minutes. Drain and blot dry with paper towels.
  • Whisk milk and egg together in a small bowl. Combine flour, cracker crumbs, paprika, black pepper, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme, and cumin in a large resealable plastic bag.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • While the oil is heating, dip mushrooms, a few at a time, into milk mixture. Toss in breading mixture until coated; shake off excess.
  • Working in batches, fry breaded mushrooms in the hot oil until dark brown and crispy, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
  • Nutrition

    296 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 54mg
    • Sodium: 60mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 125mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 209mg