🍄 Crispy Garlic Mushroom Bites Recipe
📝 Description:
These Crispy Garlic Mushroom Bites are juicy on the inside and delightfully crunchy on the outside. Coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and baked or fried to golden perfection, they’re the ultimate plant-based comfort food. Served with a cool, herby vegan dip, they’re perfect for parties, game nights, or as a satisfying snack.
🍽 Ingredients:
For the Mushrooms:
- 500g (about 1 lb) button or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and halved
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened plant milk (almond, soy, oat, etc.)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil (if baking)
For the Vegan Herby Dip:
- 1/2 cup vegan yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
👨🍳 Instructions:
Mushrooms:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat oil for frying.
- Set up a breading station:
- Bowl 1: Flour
- Bowl 2: Plant milk
- Bowl 3: Breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper
- Coat the mushrooms: Dredge each mushroom in flour, then dip into milk, and finally coat in the seasoned breadcrumbs.
- Bake or Fry:
- To bake: Place on a lined tray, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 20–25 mins, flipping halfway.
- To fry: Heat oil and fry in batches until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with a pinch of salt while hot.
Dip:
- Mix all dip ingredients in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
💡 Notes:
- Don’t wash mushrooms under water—just wipe clean with a damp cloth to prevent sogginess.
- Adjust seasoning to taste—add chili flakes for heat or nutritional yeast for a cheesy touch.
- For gluten-free: use GF breadcrumbs and flour alternatives like rice flour.
🔄 Tips & Variations:
- Air Fryer Option: Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 12–15 mins, shaking halfway.
- Add cheese: Sprinkle with vegan parmesan right after baking.
- Make ahead: Bread the mushrooms in advance and chill until ready to cook.
- Try other mushrooms: Oyster or portobello strips work well too.
🍴 Servings:
Serves 4 as an appetizer or snack.
🔬 Nutritional Info (Per Serving – Approximate):
Based on baking method and using vegan yogurt dip
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 4g
- Carbs: 22g
- Fat: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
🌿 Health Benefits:
- Mushrooms: Low in calories, rich in B vitamins, selenium, and antioxidants.
- Garlic: Boosts immune function and has anti-inflammatory properties.
- Plant-based dip: Dairy-free, gut-friendly, and customizable with herbs and spices.
❓ Q&A:
Q: Can I use other types of mushrooms?
A: Yes! Just keep the pieces bite-sized for even cooking. Portobello, shiitake, or oyster mushrooms all work.
Q: Are they still crispy if baked?
A: Yes, especially with panko and a drizzle of oil. Air frying gives the best of both worlds!
Q: How long do they stay crispy?
A: Best served immediately, but you can re-crisp them in the oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for a few minutes.
Q: Can I freeze them?
A: Yes! Freeze after breading (before cooking), and bake from frozen at 400°F for 25–30 mins.
Q: What else can I dip them in?
A: Try spicy sriracha mayo, vegan ranch, or tangy BBQ sauce.
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