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Tandoori Fried Mushrooms

These Tandoori Fried Mushrooms are crispy, flavorful, and perfect as an appetizer or snack!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients
  

For the Batter:
  • ½ cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • ¼ cup Water adjust as necessary
For the Mushrooms:
  • cup Tandoori marinade pre-made or homemade
  • ½ cup Fine breadcrumbs for coating
  • 12 oz Small white button mushrooms cleaned

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Deep Fryer or Large Pot
  • Slotted spoon
  • Serving platter

Method
 

Method:
  1. Begin by brushing the small white button mushrooms clean to remove any dirt. Avoid soaking them in water.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ½ cup of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add ¼ cup of water while whisking until you achieve a smooth batter.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the ⅓ cup of tandoori marinade and the cleaned mushrooms. Toss gently to ensure each mushroom is evenly coated. Let them marinate for about 15-20 minutes.
  4. Once marinated, dip each mushroom into the batter, allowing the excess to drip off. Then, roll them in ½ cup of plain fine breadcrumbs until fully coated.
  5. In your deep fryer or large pot, heat enough oil to submerge the mushrooms completely over medium-high heat.
  6. Carefully lower the coated mushrooms into the hot oil in batches and fry them for about 3-4 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
  7. While the mushrooms are frying, prepare the yogurt dipping sauce by mixing ½ cup of plain yogurt with ¼ teaspoon of sea salt, ¼ teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 tablespoon of finely chopped cilantro, and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
  8. Once the mushrooms are fried and crispy, arrange them on a serving platter alongside the yogurt dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days.
  • Reheat in a preheated oven to restore crispiness.