Mushroom Fritters
I love how these crispy Mushroom Fritters are packed with so much flavor in every bite, they’re loaded with garlic, onion, and mushrooms. They’re my favorite quick side dish or holiday appetizer, ready in under an hour, and easily adaptable to be gluten-free or dairy-free.
Servings: 12 fritters
Calories: 95kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic crushed
- 10 oz button mushrooms sliced
- 1⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup rice flour
- 1 cup low fat milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions
- Heat ½ tbsp oil in pan and sauté the onion for 3-4 minutes.
- Next, add the sliced mushrooms. Continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes before adding the crushed garlic.
- Cook until the mushrooms are cooked through and soft.
- Transfer to a mixing bowl and add remaining ingredients.
- Mix thoroughly to create a batter.
- Heat remaining oil in a pan over medium heat, scoop ¼ cup of batter and cook until golden, flip and continue to cook until golden.
- Remove and repeat with remaining batter. Batter makes approximately 12 fritters.
- Serve fritters on their own or with a side of tzatziki dip and a squeeze of lemon juice.
Notes
- I recommend to cook the mushroom fritters over a medium flame. I’ve learned the hard way that turning up the heat too high can make the outside brown way too fast, leaving the center uncooked, and trust me, no one likes that! Keeping the heat steady and moderate ensures they come out golden, crispy, and perfectly cooked all the way through.
- I always slice the mushrooms thinly so they cook quickly and evenly. It’s a simple step that makes a big difference.
- I like making smaller fritters when serving kids or for bite-sized appetizers. They’re just the right size and so fun to eat!
- After frying, I place the fritters on a paper towel-lined baking sheet to soak up any extra oil. It keeps them light and crispy.
- If my batter feels too watery, I simply add a bit more flour or mix in cornstarch or arrowroot. It works perfectly to get the right consistency.
Nutrition
Serving: 1fritter | Calories: 95kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 233mg | Potassium: 117mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g