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Crispy Fried Enoki Mushrooms

Crispy Fried Enoki Mushrooms for a Delightful Crunchy Snack

Crispy fried enoki mushrooms offer a delightful snack with a satisfying crunch and umami flavor, perfect for impressing guests.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 300 g Enoki Mushrooms Do not wash them.
  • 1 cup Tapioca Flour Provides a light and crispy texture.
  • ½ cup Plain Flour You can use gluten-free flour.
  • 1 cup Ice Cold Water The colder, the better.
  • ½ tsp Salt Enhances overall flavor.
For the Dipping Sauce
  • cup Japanese Mayonnaise Forms the base for the creamy sauce.
  • 1 tsp Soy Sauce Boosts umami flavor.
  • 1 tsp Toasted Sesame Oil Gives a nutty flavor.
For Frying
  • Frying Oil (Grapeseed oil or another high smoke point oil) Avoid using olive oil.
Optional Enhancements
  • 1 tbsp Furikake Seasoning Adds extra flavor.

Equipment

  • Deep pot or skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Fried Enoki Mushrooms
  1. In a small bowl, combine Japanese mayonnaise, soy sauce, and toasted sesame oil. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well blended. Cover the bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  2. Trim the base of the enoki mushrooms to separate them into smaller bunches. Gently wipe with a damp paper towel if needed. Do not wash them.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together tapioca flour, plain flour, ice cold water, and salt until smooth. Avoid overmixing to prevent a chewy texture.
  4. Pour enough grapeseed oil into a deep pot or skillet to immerse the mushrooms. Heat over medium-high heat until it reaches 190°C (375°F). Test with a wooden chopstick for bubbles.
  5. Dip small bunches of enoki mushrooms into the batter and fry them individually in the hot oil for 2-4 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried mushrooms and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with sesame mayonnaise.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 550mgPotassium: 230mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best experience, serve the mushrooms immediately after frying as they are best enjoyed warm and crispy.

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