Jul 14 2026

Fried Portobellos Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Fried Portobellos Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Mushroom Preparation

Breading Mixture

Method

Mushroom Preparation

  1. 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. 2

    Season the Mushrooms

    In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Brush this mixture evenly over the caps of the mushrooms, ensuring they are well-coated.

Breading Mixture

  1. 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.

  2. 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

  1. 5

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.

  2. 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.

  3. 7

    Drain Excess Oil

    Once fried, transfer the mushrooms to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.

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