Pub Caps Recipe
Hemi-sized 'shrooms, hand-battered deep fried, ranch.
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Ingredients
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Mushrooms
Batter
Frying
Ranch Dipping Sauce
Method
Prepare Mushrooms
- 1
Clean the Mushrooms
Gently wipe the Portobello mushrooms with a damp cloth to remove any dirt. Remove the stems and sprinkle the caps with salt.
Make Batter
- 2
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until well mixed.
- 3
Fry Mushrooms
- 4
Heat Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Batter and Fry
Dip each mushroom cap into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated. Carefully place the coated mushrooms into the hot oil, a few at a time, and fry for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Make Ranch Dipping Sauce
- 6
Mix Ingredients
In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well until smooth and creamy.