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Crispy Cumin Mushroom
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15 MIN
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4 servings
About This Recipe
Crispy Fried Mushroom Threads are a mouthwatering snack that’s irresistibly crunchy on the outside and tender inside! This easy recipe transforms simple mushrooms into a golden, flavorful delight with just eggs, cornstarch, and a blend of spices. The secret? A double-fry technique for ultimate crispiness—first at 70% oil heat for a light fry, then again at 80% for that perfect golden crunch. Coated in a seasoned egg and cornstarch batter, each mushroom thread fries up with a satisfying texture, finished with a sprinkle of cumin, chili powder, and salt for a bold kick. Quick to make and packed with savory flavor, these crispy mushrooms are perfect as a snack or appetizer. Try this recipe for a deliciously addictive treat that’s sure to impress!
Instructions
Detailed preparation guide
servings
4
Total Time
15m
shopping_basket Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- mushrooms 200g
The aromatics
- eggs 2 large
- cornstarch 3 tbsp
The sauce & seasonings
- salt 1/2 tsp
- pepper powder 1/2 tsp
- cumin powder 1 tsp
- chili powder 1 tsp
menu_book Directions
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Step 1
Wash and clean the mushrooms, prepare 2 eggs and various seasonings.
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Step 2
Squeeze out the water from the washed mushrooms and use paper towels to absorb excess water, then tear them into uniform mushroom threads.
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Step 3
Beat 2 eggs and mix well.
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Step 4
Add salt and pepper powder, mix well to make the batter more flavorful.
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Step 5
Add cornstarch and mix in one direction until a sticky egg paste is formed.
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Step 6
The consistency is as shown in the picture, it can be lifted with chopsticks, this consistency is best for coating.
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Step 7
Heat a pan with oil.
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Step 8
When the oil temperature reaches 70%, insert a chopstick and small bubbles will appear, it is ready.
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Step 9
Add the mushroom threads and stir-fry quickly to coat them evenly.
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Step 10
Take a suitable amount of coated mushroom threads and carefully put them into the hot oil, gently stir to prevent sticking.
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Step 11
After about 2 minutes, the mushroom threads turn light yellow, they can be taken out and placed aside.
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Step 12
Continue heating the oil to 80% and add the first-fried mushroom threads for secondary frying, this step is necessary for crisping.
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Step 13
Fry until golden brown, take out and sprinkle with cumin powder, chili powder, and a little salt while hot.
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Step 14
A crispy outside and tender inside delicious snack is ready, isn’t it mouth-watering? Hurry up and make it, looking forward to your works!
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