Best 2 Beer Battered Cremini Mushrooms Recipes

Beer-battered cremini mushrooms are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The mushrooms are coated in a light and crispy batter and then fried until golden brown. The result is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SIMPLE BRAISED MUSHROOMS

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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
3 (10 ounce) packages cremini mushrooms, trimmed and quartered
4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 tablespoons dry Marsala, sherry or white wine, optional
1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Steps:

Heat a large straight-sided skillet over medium high heat. Add the oil and heat another 30 seconds. Add the shallot and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt to the hot pan and cook, stirring often, for 2 minutes or until fragrant and beginning to soften. Add the mushrooms to the pan along with another 1/2 teaspoon salt and the thyme. Cook, stirring often, until the mushrooms have let off some of their juices are beginning to brown, about 10 minutes.
Deglaze with the Marsala, if using, and add the broth and remaining salt. Reduce the heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 5 minutes. Uncover the pan, increase the heat to medium and cook until the liquid has reduced by half, about an additional 5 minutes. Discard the thyme sprigs, stir in the butter and serve.

BEER BATTER FRIED MUSHROOMS

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I love fried mushrooms! I learned how to make these from a chef at a 5-star restaurant about a year ago. You can also use the batter to make fried onion rings. YUM!

Provided by Pepper Monkey

Categories Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups beer (your favorite kind)
2 cups sifted flour
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon parsley flakes
3 -6 cups cooking oil (depending on the size of your pot, and mushrooms)
1 -2 lb whole fresh large mushroom, washed and dryed

Steps:

Pour about 3 inches (more if needed to cover the mushrooms) of oil into a large pot.
Heat until it reaches about 375 degrees Farenhieght.
Meanwhile Mix beer, flour, garlic powder, salt, pepper and parsley flakes in a large bowl.
Mix until smooth and well blended without any lumps.
Dip mushrooms into batter and coat well.
Fry mushrooms in batches in oil until crispy and brown.
Time will vary depending on temperature of oil and the amount of mushrooms being fried.
I usually do about 10 mushrooms at a time and it takes about 8 minutes.
When done, remove mushrooms to a plate or bowl lined with paper towels to drain off excess oil.
Place in a shallow bowl sprinkle with salt and toss to coat evenly.
Serve with favorite dipping sauce!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1755.8, Fat 164.5, SaturatedFat 21.3, Sodium 1176, Carbohydrate 57.2, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 2.5, Protein 10.9

Tips:

Choose medium-sized cremini mushrooms for even cooking.
Clean the mushrooms thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove any dirt or debris.
Make sure the beer batter is cold before dipping the mushrooms in it. This will help the batter adhere to the mushrooms better.
Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the mushrooms. This will cause the oil temperature to drop and the mushrooms will not cook evenly.
Fry the mushrooms in small batches for about 2-3 minutes per batch, or until golden brown and crispy.
Drain the mushrooms on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
Serve the mushrooms immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Beer-battered cremini mushrooms are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or gatherings, and they can also be enjoyed as a side dish with a main meal. With their crispy outer layer and tender, juicy interior, these mushrooms are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.