Fried oyster mushrooms are a delicious vegan snack often used as a substitute for fried chicken. Oyster mushrooms have a unique and delicate flavour and are versatile enough to make any dish but frying them is one of the best ways to enjoy their savoury taste.
Fried oyster mushrooms are not only delicious, but they‘re also quite easy to prepare.
You only need oil, salt, pepper, flour, and your favourite seasonings (see below). Start by cutting the mushrooms into thin slices and then lightly coating them in the oil and herbs of your choice.
Then heat a pan over medium-high heat and add the mushrooms to the hot oil. Fry them until golden brown on both sides, turning once during cooking. Once finished, remove from the heat and serve with your favourite dipping sauce or condiments!
The health benefits of fried oyster mushrooms make them an even more appealing option for snackers looking for a healthier alternative to traditional fried snacks like chicken. Oyster mushrooms are low in fat and calories yet loaded with antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins like B12 and fibre?all of which help provide energy and promote good gut health. Plus, since no meat is involved in this particular recipe, it’s plant-based friendly too!
Fried oyster mushrooms can be enjoyed in many different ways: as part of a meal, as an appetizer or side dish, in salads, or as an ingredient in soups or casseroles. You can also get creative by adding your favourite herbs, spices, or even cheese if you’re adventurous! Serve them up with rice or potatoes for an even heartier meal option.
No matter how you decide to enjoy them, fried oyster mushrooms are sure to tantalize taste buds while providing plenty of vitamins and minerals without all the added fat.
Crispy, golden oyster mushrooms with a savoury crunch—perfect as a vegan appetiser, side, or meat-free snack.
Fried Oyster Mushrooms
Crispy fried oyster mushrooms — a savory, crunchy snack or appetizer perfect for mushroom lovers.
4
servings10
minutes15
minutes240
kcal25
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Ingredients
300 g oyster mushrooms, cleaned and trimmed
1 cup (150g) plain flour
75 g cornflour
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
.5 tsp salt
.5 tsp black pepper
185 ml cold water (plus extra if needed)
Vegetable oil, for deep or shallow frying
Lemon wedges or dipping sauce, to serve
Directions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, cornflour, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper.
- Gradually whisk in cold water until you get a thick, smooth batter (similar to pancake batter).
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Dip each mushroom into the batter, coating well.
- Carefully fry in batches for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy.
- Drain on paper towel.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges or dipping sauce of choice.
Notes
- Great with vegan aioli or sweet chilli sauce.
- Best served fresh—reheating will lose crispiness.
- Add chilli flakes to the batter for a spicy version.
- You can shallow fry in a non-stick pan to use less oil.
- Works well with king oyster or enoki mushrooms too.
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