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Fried Enoki Mushroom

Crispy Fried Enoki Mushroom: Your New Favorite Snack

Discover the addictive crunch of fried enoki mushrooms with customizable dipping sauces in this quick snack recipe.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 200 g Enoki Mushrooms Fresh and firm
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup Potato Starch Can substitute with cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp White Pepper
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper Optional
  • 1 tsp Five Spice Powder
  • 1 cup Cold Sparkling Water Adjust for batter thickness
For Frying
  • 2-3 inches Neutral Oil Peanut or canola oil recommended

Equipment

  • heavy-bottomed pot
  • thermometer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spider strainer
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Trim the dirt end of the enoki mushrooms and slice them vertically into 1/4 inch layers. Set aside.
  2. Heat neutral oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F (190°C).
  3. In a bowl, combine all-purpose flour, potato starch, baking powder, salt, white pepper, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and five spice powder. Gradually add cold sparkling water until smooth.
  4. Dunk enoki mushrooms in the batter until fully coated and fry in batches for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Remove from oil, drain on a wire rack, sprinkle with salt and furikake, and serve warm with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage. Reheat in an air fryer or oven to restore crispiness.

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