WOULD YOU EAT THESE CRISPY FRIED MUSHROOMS WITH COOL RANCH DIP

Ingredients

For the Crispy Fried Mushrooms:

• 8 oz (225g) button or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and trimmed
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional for extra crispiness)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt & black pepper, to taste
• Vegetable oil, for frying

For the Cool Ranch Dip:

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp fresh chopped dill (or 1 tsp dried dill)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp lemon juice or white vinegar
• Salt & pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prep the mushrooms:
   Pat mushrooms dry and slice large ones in half if needed.
2. Set up a breading station:
   • In one bowl: flour with a pinch of salt and pepper
   • In the second bowl: beaten eggs
   • In the third bowl: panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper
3. Bread the mushrooms:
   • Dip each mushroom in the flour
   • Then into the egg
   • Finally coat with the seasoned panko mixture
4. Fry the mushrooms:
   • Heat 1–2 inches of oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat
   • Fry mushrooms in batches until golden brown and crispy (about 3–4 minutes)
   • Drain on paper towels
5. Make the cool ranch dip:
   • Mix all ranch ingredients in a bowl until smooth
   • Chill for at least 15 minutes to let flavors meld
6. Serve:
   • Serve the hot, crispy mushrooms with the chilled ranch dip on the side

Let me know if you want a baked or air-fried version too!