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Crispy fried shiitake
Shiitake coated in flour, egg and breadcrumbs, fried until golden and served with mustard: a quick, crunchy starter for guests.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
Shiitake
Breaded and fried, the meaty shiitake cap stays juicy inside and crisp outside.
Serve as a meze with mustard or a yoghurt dip, or alongside a salad for a light lunch.
Ingredients
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Coating
Frying and serving
Method
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Wipe the mushrooms with a damp cloth and pull off the stems. Halve any large caps.
~5 min -
Set out three bowls: flour; eggs beaten with the salt and pepper; breadcrumbs.
~3 min -
Coat each mushroom in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs.
~7 min -
Heat the oil in a wide pan over medium heat and fry the mushrooms for 2–3 minutes a side until golden. Drain on kitchen paper and serve hot with mustard.
~8 min
Enjoy!
The mushroom in this recipe
Mushroom swaps
Oyster mushroom Pleurotus ostreatusThe source recipe gives oyster mushrooms as an equal alternative.
Tips
- If you wash the mushrooms the coating won't stick; they must be dry.
- Don't crowd the pan, or the oil cools and the mushrooms soak it up.
- Add a pinch of chilli flakes or sesame seeds to the breadcrumbs.
Storage
They soften as they sit, so eat them fresh. Reheat leftovers at 200 °C for 5 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Crispy fried shiitake take?
It takes 25 min in total: 15 minutes of preparation and 10 minutes of cooking.
Which mushroom is used for Crispy fried shiitake?
This recipe uses Shiitake.
What other mushrooms work for Crispy fried shiitake?
Oyster mushroom: The source recipe gives oyster mushrooms as an equal alternative.
How do you store Crispy fried shiitake?
They soften as they sit, so eat them fresh. Reheat leftovers at 200 °C for 5 minutes.
What should you watch for when making Crispy fried shiitake?
If you wash the mushrooms the coating won't stick; they must be dry. Don't crowd the pan, or the oil cools and the mushrooms soak it up.
How many does Crispy fried shiitake serve?
The quantities serve 4; change the number of servings on the page and the ingredients adjust.
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