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    Fried Oyster Mushrooms (Vegan Fried Chicken)

    Published: Nov 9, 2022 by Ayeh Manfre 54 Comments

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    This is my take on Vegan Fried Chicken with Fried Oyster Mushrooms. They are super crispy with a double batter and so easy to make!

    You will be amazed when you try these crispy Fried Oyster Mushrooms.

    It’s crazy to say it, but they totally look and taste like fried chicken except Vegan! Anthony thought I had bought him KFC when he saw the tray haha!

    I can’t deny it, I’ve always loved fried chicken. It’s one of the only foods I still crave since becoming mostly plant based. These are a great substitute and are my take on vegan fried chicken. The texture of the mushrooms are so similar it’s crazy!

    Some more tasty vegan recipes you must try are my Vegan Bolognese, Rice Paper Dumplings and Cauliflower Steaks.

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    • Ingredients to make Fried Oyster Mushrooms
    • How to make Fried Oyster Mushrooms
    • Tips for Fried Oyster Mushroom Recipe
    • FAQs
    • More Mushroom Recipes
    • Recipe
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    These Fried Oyster Mushrooms turn out super crispy with a double batter and are so easy to make!

    Perfect for those nights when you feel like something crunchy and fried. They also make a great appetizer for a get together or on game day too.

    I rarely eat or cook fried foods, but these are one of those exceptions that I can’t say no to!

    Ingredients to make Fried Oyster Mushrooms

    • Oyster mushrooms are the star of the show! They’re so pretty and a delicate mushroom with a subtle taste, which allows them to be seasoned and absorb any flavor you add
    • Flour is used for the batter. I’ve used plain all purpose flour to make both the dry and wet batter. Whole-wheat flour can also work. I haven't personally tried gluten free flour for this recipe but I think they should be fine too!
    • Spices are used to enhance flavour and colour into the beautiful oyster mushrooms. I’ve used a mix of paprika, tumeric, garlic powder, onion powder and cayenne pepper
    • Oil for frying - make sure to use a neutral oil with a high smoke point when frying food. I’ve used canola oil but some other options are avocado oil, sunflower oil, grape seed oil and even vegetable oil

      Sauces to dip into:
    • Creamy BBQ, mix equal parts of mayonnaise with bbq sauce and a dash of apple cider vinegar
    • Sriracha (hot sauce)
    • Ketchup
    • Honey mustard

    How to make Fried Oyster Mushrooms

    Time needed: 20 minutes.

    1. Clean mushrooms

      Wipe oyster mushrooms with a damp paper towel to remove any dirt

    2. Prepare spice mix

      In a large bowl, add the flour and all the spices, salt and black pepper. Mix together until well combinedImages to show how to prepare the spice mix

    3. Prepare batter

      In a second bowl, take ⅓ cup flour from the mixture and add with ¾ cups of water. Whisk together until to achieve a smooth batter consistencyImages to show how to prepare the batter

    4. Coat mushrooms in batter

      Dip each mushroom into the wet batter mixture then into the dry batter. Double coat each mushroom back into the wet batter and then back in the flour mixture, making sure the mushrooms are fully coated in flourImages to show how coat mushrooms in the batter

    5. Time to fry

      Heat oil in a pot over high heat and carefully drop mushrooms into the oil one at a time in batches. Don't overcrowd the pot, you can fry a few at a time depending on how large your pot is. Let them fry for a few minutes until nice and golden brown

      Remove and place on paper towels to remove excess oil, then place on a cooling rack to keep crispy until the rest is done. Enjoy with your favourite dipping sauce!Images to show how to cook fried oyster mushrooms

    Tips for Fried Oyster Mushroom Recipe

    1. Don't wash mushrooms with water, this will make them watery and mushy. Instead, use a damp paper towel to clean them and remove any dirt
    2. Double coat mushrooms to make them super crispy! Just make sure you get all the corners of the mushrooms so they're fully coated for the ultimate crunch
    3. Create more batter if needed. If you run out of the wet batter when coating the mushrooms, add more of the flour mixture with water to create more batter
    4. Test the oil is ready before frying. Do this by dropping a pinch of flour into the oil. If it starts to bubble, its ready!
    5. Don't overcrowd the pot. You can fry a few at a time in batches depending how large your pot is.
    6. Remove excess oil with paper towels and place on a cooling rack. After removing the excess oil place on a cooling rack until all the mushrooms are done. This will keep them crispy until you're ready to eat

    FAQs

    What do oyster mushrooms taste like?

    They have a very subtle taste with a delicate earthy flavour, which allows them to be seasoned and absorb any flavor you add

    How to store and reheat?

    Store any leftovers in the refrigerator in an air tight container for up to 3-4 days. It’s best to reheat using an airfryer or in the oven to make them nice and crispy again. Avoid using a microwave as it will make them very soggy

    Are oyster mushrooms good for you?

    Oyster mushrooms are full of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and other important nutrients. They’re also low in carbohydrates. Source

    Can you cook oyster mushrooms in the air fryer?

    For a lighter and healthier alternative, you can use an air fryer instead. It won’t be as crispy of course. I personally haven’t tried this method to know the exact cook time. Ensure to spray all sides well with oil spray

    More Mushroom Recipes

    • Mushroom Tart
    • Pappardelle Pasta with Mushrooms
    • Shiitake Mushroom Soup
    • Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions
    • Creamy Mushroom Toast

    I love seeing your creations and remakes, so be sure to tag @cookingwithayeh and share your Fried Oyster Mushrooms photo on Instagram so I can share the love.

    Recipe

    Fried Oyster Mushrooms Vegan Fried Chicken with piece cut open and dipping sauces
    4.62 from 77 votes

    Fried Oyster Mushrooms (Vegan Fried Chicken)

    This is my take on Vegan Fried Chicken with these Fried Oyster Mushrooms. They are super crispy with a double batter and so easy to make!
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time20 mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Vegan
    Keyword: crunchy, fried chicken, meat free
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 387kcal
    Author: Ayeh
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    Ingredients

    • 150 g oyster mushrooms
    • 1 ½ cups plain flour
    • 1 ½ teaspoon paprika powder
    • 1 ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
    • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (add more or less depending on how spicy you like it)
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • Cracked pepper
    • Oil for frying, ive used canola oil

    Dipping Sauces

    • Creamy BBQ - mix equal parts of mayonnaise with bbq sauce and a dash of apple cider vinegar
    • Sriracha

    Instructions

    • Wipe oyster mushrooms with a damp paper towel to remove any dirt
    • In a large bowl, add the flour and all the spices. Mix together until well combined
    • In a second bowl, add ⅓ cup of the flour mixture with ¾ cups of water. Whisk together until to achieve a smooth batter consistency
    • Dip each mushroom into the wet batter mixture then into the flour mixture. Double coat each mushroom back into the wet batter and then back in the flour mixture, making sure the mushrooms are fully coated in flour
    • Heat oil in a pot over high heat and carefully drop mushrooms into the oil one at a time in batches. Don't overcrowd the pot, you can fry a few at a time depending how large your pot is. Let them fry for a few minutes until nice and golden on all sides
    • Remove and place on paper towels to remove excess oil, then place on a cooling rack to keep crispy until the rest is done. Enjoy with your favourite dipping sauce!

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    Notes

    • The information on the nutritional table is based on the mushrooms being “uncooked” so the frying oil is not included. This will vary on the type of oil that’s being used

    Nutrition

    Calories: 387kcal | Carbohydrates: 81g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1182mg | Potassium: 522mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 879IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 6mg

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    1. Sandra Coxon

      March 06, 2022 at 9:50 pm

      Hi ayeh
      Where would I buy the oyster mushrooms from please?

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        March 07, 2022 at 1:58 pm

        Hi Sandra, most supermarkets sell them, or also Asian grocers have a great mushroom range 🙂

        Reply
        • Keisha

          March 11, 2022 at 10:53 pm

          5 stars
          This was a super easy recipe to make! Yummy and crunchy and tried it with chicken too. Thank you Ayeh

          Reply
          • Ayeh

            March 12, 2022 at 11:23 am

            Oh Yay! great to hear Keisha! xxx

            Reply
            • Alice Pennamon

              June 17, 2022 at 6:34 am

              This recipe was really easy to fix. It was delicious.

            • Ayeh

              June 21, 2022 at 7:46 pm

              So glad you loved them Alice x

        • Jim

          July 22, 2022 at 9:08 am

          5 stars
          At a farmers market too!

          Reply
      • Shakiba

        March 12, 2022 at 2:38 pm

        5 stars
        Tried the crispy tofu today and it was a real crisp! Will try this recipe for the next meal

        Reply
        • Ayeh

          March 13, 2022 at 11:58 am

          Wonderful so happy to hear lovely! Cant wait to see it xx

          Reply
        • Nsystem

          January 21, 2023 at 6:41 pm

          Hi
          Mine turned out nicely crunchy but not very much flavour at all,bland and flour like, not sure what happened as i followed the recipe exactly.

          Reply
          • Ayeh Manfre

            January 26, 2023 at 8:42 am

            Oh no sorry to hear this! Theres a lot of spices in the batter so it should be really nice and flavourful. Did you use the same batter for the wet and dry coating?

            Reply
      • Marta

        December 06, 2022 at 4:38 am

        5 stars
        Sunflower oil is good for salads. For frying better is colza oil.

        Reply
    2. Melissa

      March 08, 2022 at 11:12 am

      5 stars
      So easy to make and the results were amazing! So crispy and so much flavour in the batter Definitely making again and will try some different vegetables I think also.

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        March 08, 2022 at 12:04 pm

        Great idea Melissa, I have to try it with other veggies too 🙂

        Reply
    3. Sarah

      March 16, 2022 at 8:36 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely incredible! Had family members who dislike mushrooms say it tastes like a chicken thigh piece. Delicious vegetarian alternative.

      Ayeh never disappoints.

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        March 17, 2022 at 10:25 am

        Hehe yay love this!!! Yours looked amazing and so much like chicken hehe xx

        Reply
    4. Annie

      March 23, 2022 at 10:31 pm

      Thank you Ayeh for this supper easy and tasteful recipe It was my first time frying mushrooms. Loved the texture and the taste . Will definitely make it again.

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        March 28, 2022 at 5:32 pm

        So glad to hear this Annie , they're so yummy right!

        Reply
    5. Katherine

      March 31, 2022 at 2:04 pm

      5 stars
      WOW! What a fantastic recipe! Not only was it so so easy to make, it's delicious! Awesome way to get those crunchy fried cravings without meat! Definitely adding this to my recipe book. Thank you for such a fab recipe!

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        April 02, 2022 at 10:27 pm

        You are so welcome Katherine! So happy you liked these so much too and yours looked fab!

        Reply
    6. Divya

      April 01, 2022 at 8:42 pm

      5 stars
      I LOVEEED THE RECIPE❤️❤️

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        April 02, 2022 at 10:28 pm

        Awww so happy Divya! Your mushies looked so good! xxx

        Reply
    7. Melli

      April 03, 2022 at 10:28 pm

      5 stars
      It's very good ❤️ , a must try on that one for everyone of you

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        April 05, 2022 at 11:12 am

        So glad you loved them Melli 🙂

        Reply
      • Niamh

        October 03, 2022 at 5:53 am

        Made and absolutely loved these. Thank you so much for this recipe. I went PB over a year ago but only lasted 9 months. Biggest problem? My family love chicken wings with franks. I got sucked back in but this is a game changer. I am back on track and very happy with this new fried chicken sub. ❤

        Reply
        • Ayeh Manfre

          October 08, 2022 at 9:07 pm

          Hehe yes I totally felt the same! So happy you can enjoy this recipe and still get your "chicken" craving in too 🙂

          Reply
    8. Vicky

      April 13, 2022 at 8:35 am

      Hello, the 387 calories is for all the recipe? Thank you

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        April 18, 2022 at 7:04 pm

        Hi Vicky, there are 2 servings in this recipe so the calories are for one serving 🙂

        Reply
    9. Carmen

      April 16, 2022 at 6:51 am

      5 stars
      First time I do one of your recipes. It was so good. The batter was great that I had an eggplant and used the same batter. It was a hit with my family! Ready to try more of your recipes.

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        April 18, 2022 at 7:01 pm

        Oh yum I need to try the same with eggplants too yum! So happy to hear lovely x

        Reply
    10. Shenetha

      April 28, 2022 at 1:55 am

      5 stars
      I have never liked mushrooms of any kind. But, I've heard so many good things about fried oyster mushrooms that I wanted to try them at least once. I came across this recipe and OMG it was delicious!!. I am sold! This recipe will be added to my rotation.

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        April 28, 2022 at 12:24 pm

        Hehe love this Shenetha! Such a fun dish right 🙂

        Reply
    11. Jim

      July 22, 2022 at 9:09 am

      5 stars
      This was much easier to make than I thought it would be!

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        July 28, 2022 at 2:23 am

        Lovely to hear Jim!! 🙂

        Reply
    12. Emilio

      July 30, 2022 at 5:20 am

      Hi! Can these be air-fried? Looks incredible.

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        August 07, 2022 at 2:28 am

        They can but they dont have the exact same texture or crunch. Make sure to spray a generous amount of oil 🙂

        Reply
    13. Anna

      August 21, 2022 at 5:11 am

      5 stars
      Very tasty. I somehow ran low on the batter so I made the last half of my mushrooms with just one coating of batter and flour and I liked that a lot because it was lighter. I think I'll try this recipe with chickpea flour and see how it comes out.

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        August 29, 2022 at 10:05 pm

        So glad you liked it Anna! Yes you can totally make it with one coating too, the crunch just wont be as strong. Let me know how you go with chickpea flour, I havnt tested that yet 🙂

        Reply
    14. Holly

      October 27, 2022 at 2:31 pm

      5 stars
      This turned out perfect! I don't even fry, so used grapeseed oil in my shallow cast iron pan, and it still works great. Super recipe and tips.!

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        November 04, 2022 at 6:34 am

        Love that Holly!!

        Reply
    15. Zaina

      December 22, 2022 at 7:34 am

      5 stars
      Seriously this taste like chicken nuggets!! My 11 year old son loves chicken nuggets and he hates mushrooms I gave him this and he still thinks he ate chicken nuggets lol I’m new to this vegan thing and I’m so glad I came across this recipe! Thank you so much!

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        December 22, 2022 at 8:00 am

        Oh yay this is such a lovely compliment! My husband thought I bought him KFC when he first saw the final plate haha. So happy your son loved them so much xxx

        Reply
    16. Sara

      January 02, 2023 at 1:06 am

      Can you bake instead of frying?

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        January 16, 2023 at 10:00 pm

        You can or also air fry with oil spray, however they wont be the same crisp on the outside

        Reply
    17. Sanura Dean

      January 04, 2023 at 9:01 am

      Super good alternative to chicken strips. And that sauce!!! Wow! I used rice wine vinegar instead of acv because that’s what I had but so good!!

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        January 04, 2023 at 9:56 pm

        So glad you loved this recipe Sanura 🙂

        Reply
    18. Stella

      January 29, 2023 at 6:03 am

      Hello Ayeh 🙂

      LOVE this recipe and cannot wait to try the others! My son loved this one too, it was his first time eating mushrooms. Batter was light and delicious and this was almost too easy to make. I would eat them everyday if I could.

      Have a wonderful day.

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        January 31, 2023 at 11:05 pm

        Amazing to hear Stella!

        Reply
    19. Joy Friedberg

      January 30, 2023 at 2:16 pm

      5 stars
      I tried this recipe using gluten free flour and rice bran oil. It was easy and came out crispy and delicious. I intend to use this method on fresh orca.

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        January 31, 2023 at 10:43 pm

        Wonderful to hear Joy x

        Reply
    20. Janea

      January 30, 2023 at 2:18 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you do it this. There is a place in Santa Cruz California called Gratitude Cafe. They serve
      a version like yours.

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        January 31, 2023 at 11:05 pm

        Oh wow!

        Reply
    21. lillian

      March 06, 2023 at 12:32 pm

      These were amazing!!! thank you for sharing this recipe!

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        March 07, 2023 at 10:15 pm

        Yay so glad you loved these!

        Reply

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