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Fried Enoki Mushroom

Crispy Fried Enoki Mushroom Bites That Will Dazzle You

Delight your taste buds with crispy fried enoki mushrooms, a perfect vegan appetizer that offers a satisfying crunch.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 200 g Enoki Mushrooms
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 0.5 cup Potato Starch or cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp White Pepper black pepper can be used instead
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 0.5 tsp Cayenne Pepper optional
  • 0.5 tsp Five Spice Powder optional
  • 1 cup Cold Sparkling Water adjust for batter thickness
For Frying
  • 2-3 inches Neutral Oil vegetable or canola oil recommended

Equipment

  • heavy-bottomed pot
  • thermometer
  • mixing bowl
  • spider strainer
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Crispy Fried Enoki Mushrooms
  1. Begin by trimming the dirt end off the enoki mushrooms, ensuring they are clean and fresh. Carefully slice them into 1/4 inch thin layers.
  2. In a heavy-bottomed pot, pour in 2-3 inches of neutral oil and heat over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C).
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, potato starch, baking powder, salt, white pepper, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and five-spice powder until fully combined. Gradually add cold sparkling water to achieve a smooth batter.
  4. Take individual bunches of sliced enoki mushrooms and dip them into the batter, allowing excess to drip off before frying.
  5. Add the battered mushrooms to the hot oil in batches, frying for 1-2 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Use a spider strainer to remove and place on a wire rack.
  6. Once cooled slightly, season with salt and sprinkle with furikake. Serve immediately with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store leftover fried enoki mushrooms in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage. Reheat in an air fryer or oven for optimal crispiness.

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