Ingredients:
For the Mushrooms:
- 1 pound white button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Ranch Dip:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Prepare the Ranch Dip:
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, dill, chives, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well and set aside.
Prepare the Mushrooms:
- In a shallow dish, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate shallow dish, beat the eggs.
- In a third shallow dish, place the breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each mushroom slice in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Dip the floured mushroom in the beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium heat.
- Fry the breaded mushrooms in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove the fried mushrooms from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve the hot, crispy mushrooms with the cool ranch dip.