Fried Portobellos Recipe
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Ingredients
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Mushroom Preparation
Breading Mixture
Frying
Method
Mushroom Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Mushrooms
Clean the portobello mushrooms using a damp cloth to remove any dirt. Remove the stems and gently scrape out the gills with a spoon.
- 2
Breading Mixture
- 3
Set Up Breading Stations
In three separate shallow dishes, place the flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and paprika.
- 4
Bread the Mushrooms
One at a time, dip each mushroom cap into the flour, shaking off any excess. Then, dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it with the bread crumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure it adheres well.
Frying
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- 6
Fry the Mushrooms
Carefully place the breaded mushrooms in the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- 7
Drain Excess Oil
Once fried, transfer the mushrooms to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.