Crispy Vegan Fried Enoki Mushrooms
Crispy Vegan Fried Enoki Mushrooms
Ingredients
For the Enoki Mushrooms
- 1 pound enoki mushrooms, trimmed and separated into small clusters
For the Seven Herb Batter
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/4 cups sparkling water, chilled
For Frying
- 3 cups Chosen Foods Avocado Oil, for shallow frying
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the enoki mushrooms: Gently trim the very bottom root end of the enoki mushrooms, then carefully separate them into small, manageable clusters. You want them to be individual enough to get coated in batter but still have some of their natural 'stringy' texture.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Prepare the dry batter mix: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, dried rosemary, dried sage, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Create the wet batter: Gradually pour the chilled sparkling water into the dry ingredient mixture, whisking constantly until a smooth, pancake-like batter forms. Be careful not to overmix; a few small lumps are fine. The sparkling water helps create a light and crispy texture.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Heat the oil: In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven, pour the Chosen Foods Avocado Oil to a depth of about 1 1/2 to 2 inches. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350-375°F (175-190°C). You can test the oil by dropping a tiny bit of batter in; it should sizzle immediately.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350
- 5
Batter and fry the mushrooms: Working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, dip each enoki mushroom cluster into the prepared batter, ensuring it's fully coated. Carefully place the battered mushrooms into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Use tongs to flip them gently.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 360
- 6
Drain and serve: Once cooked, remove the fried enoki mushrooms from the oil and place them on a wire rack set over a baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
⏱️ 5 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Crispy Vegan Fried Enoki Mushrooms
For the Enoki Mushrooms
- 1 pound enoki mushrooms, trimmed and separated into small clusters
For the Seven Herb Batter
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/4 cups sparkling water, chilled
For Frying
- 3 cups Chosen Foods Avocado Oil, for shallow frying
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the enoki mushrooms: Gently trim the very bottom root end of the enoki mushrooms, then carefully separate them into small, manageable clusters. You want them to be individual enough to get coated in batter but still have some of their natural 'stringy' texture.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Prepare the dry batter mix: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, dried rosemary, dried sage, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Create the wet batter: Gradually pour the chilled sparkling water into the dry ingredient mixture, whisking constantly until a smooth, pancake-like batter forms. Be careful not to overmix; a few small lumps are fine. The sparkling water helps create a light and crispy texture.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Heat the oil: In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven, pour the Chosen Foods Avocado Oil to a depth of about 1 1/2 to 2 inches. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350-375°F (175-190°C). You can test the oil by dropping a tiny bit of batter in; it should sizzle immediately.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350 - 5
Batter and fry the mushrooms: Working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, dip each enoki mushroom cluster into the prepared batter, ensuring it's fully coated. Carefully place the battered mushrooms into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Use tongs to flip them gently.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 360 - 6
Drain and serve: Once cooked, remove the fried enoki mushrooms from the oil and place them on a wire rack set over a baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
⏱️ 5 min