Breaded oyster mushrooms: The vegetarian delight you must try

Oyster mushrooms are an excellent alternative to traditional meat dishes. Their delicate texture and ability to absorb flavors make them an outstanding main ingredient in many recipes. In particular, breaded oyster mushrooms have become a real hit at house parties, attracting attention from vegetarians and meat-eaters. Fried like chicken and served with aromatic sauce, oyster mushrooms will satisfy every palate.

How to make breaded oyster mushrooms?

Preparing breaded oyster mushrooms is very simple. You only need a few ingredients:

          
• oyster mushrooms
• egg
• flour
• bread crumbs
• salt
• oil for frying

Preparation method:

1. Rinse the oyster mushrooms and dry them with a paper towel. Cut them into slices about 1/2 inch thick.
2. Salt the oyster mushrooms on both sides and set aside for a few minutes.
3. In a small bowl, beat the egg.
4. On a plate, spread out the flour and bread crumbs.
5. Coat each slice of oyster mushroom first in the flour, then in the egg, and finally in the bread crumbs.
6. Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.
7. Fry the oyster mushrooms until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
8. Place the fried oyster mushrooms on a paper kitchen towel to drain excess oil.

Additional tips:

    
• You can add your favorite spices to the breading, such as sweet paprika, hot paprika, granulated garlic, or Herbes de Provence.
• Instead of bread crumbs, you can use cornflakes or oat bran.
• You can also bake breaded oyster mushrooms in the oven. Preheat the oven to 400°F and bake the mushrooms for about 20 minutes until golden brown.

You can serve breaded oyster mushrooms with various sauces, such as garlic, yogurt, or tomato sauce. Additionally, sprinkle with fresh herbs like parsley or dill for extra flavor.