What Are Crumbed Mushrooms?
Crumbed mushrooms are a delicious South African dish. They consist of large Portobello or button mushrooms which have been dipped in egg and then coated in breadcrumbs before being shallow fried or deep-fried in oil until golden brown and crispy. This popular snack is usually served as an appetizer, side dish, or with a dip such as mayonnaise, mustard sauce, or even tomato relish.
Ingredients Needed For Making Crumbed Mushrooms
Making crumbed mushrooms is easy and quick to prepare at home with the following ingredients:
• Large portobello/button mushrooms (4-5)
• Eggs(1 whisked)
• Breadcrumbs (1 cup)
• Oil for frying (vegetable oil, sunflower oil etc.)
Instructions For Preparing Crumbed Mushrooms
To make this delicious snack follow these steps:
Step 1: Clean the portobello/button mushrooms by wiping them clean using kitchen paper towels. Cut off any tough stems if necessary. Slice each mushroom into four slices of equal thickness so they cook evenly when fried.
Step 2: Take a medium bowl and add one whisked egg to it along with some salt and pepper to taste. Dip each slice of mushroom into the egg mixture until they’re all covered on both sides thoroughly.
Step 3: Place one cup of breadcrumbs onto a plate that can fit all your sliced mushrooms comfortably while you coat them individually on both sides making sure they’re well covered in breadcrumbs too!
Step 4: Heat up some vegetable or sunflower oil over medium heat in a nonstick pan for about 5 minutes until hot enough for frying without burning your food too quickly! Then carefully place the crumb coated slices of mushroom into the hot oil ensuring not to overcrowd the pan so there’s space between each piece – fry till golden brown turning once during cooking process if needed .
Step 5 : Once cooked take out from pan & rest over kitchen paper towel which will help absorb any excess grease & prevent sogginess ! Serve warm alongside other accompaniments like ketchup , mayonnaise etc… Enjoy !
Conclusion
Whether you’re looking for an appetizer to serve guests at dinner parties or just want something tasty for yourself as an afternoon snack; crumbed mushrooms are definitely worth trying! All it takes is five simple steps and minimal ingredients – plus you can get creative by adding herbs like parsley , oregano etc..to give extra flavourful notes . So why not give it go now ?
