Crispy Ranch-Breaded Mushrooms Recipe
These Crispy Ranch-Breaded Mushrooms are a flavorful and crunchy appetizer or snack, featuring juicy portobello mushrooms coated in a zesty ranch seasoned breading and cooked to golden perfection in an air fryer. Perfect for mushroom lovers seeking a crispy, savory treat that’s easy to prepare and deliciously satisfying.
- Author: Nora
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Base Ingredients
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon garlic and onion seasoning
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- ¾ cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons dry ranch dressing mix
- 8 ounces portobello mushroom caps, cleaned
- Nonstick cooking spray
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Air Fryer: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) to get ready for cooking. Meanwhile, if using an air fryer, set it up with a shallow air fryer pan or basket.
- Prepare Breading Stations: Set up four shallow dishes for the breading process. Pour milk into the first dish. In the second dish, combine the flour and garlic and onion seasoning. Place ranch dressing in the third dish. In the fourth dish, mix panko bread crumbs with dry ranch dressing mix.
- Bread the Mushrooms: Take each mushroom cap and dip it first into the milk to moisten, then dredge it in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess. Next, coat the mushroom in ranch dressing, then press it into the panko and dry ranch mixture, ensuring an even and thorough coating.
- Prepare for Air Frying: Place the coated mushrooms in the air fryer pan or basket in a single layer. Lightly spray the mushrooms with nonstick cooking spray to help achieve a golden, crispy finish.
- Air Fry the Mushrooms: Cook the mushrooms in the air fryer at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for about 7 minutes or until they turn golden and crispy. Serve hot for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute milk with a plant-based alternative if desired for a dairy-free option.
- Ensure mushrooms are not overcrowded in the air fryer to allow even cooking and crispiness.
- Adjust cooking time slightly based on your air fryer model for optimal crunchiness.
- These mushrooms make a great appetizer or side dish and pair well with dipping sauces like ranch or spicy aioli.
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