BEER-BATTERED CREMINI MUSHROOMS

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Beer-Battered Cremini Mushrooms image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (from 1/2 large lemon)
1 tablespoon whole grain Dijon mustard, such as Maille
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
Zest of 1 large lemon
1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
One 12-ounce bottle dark beer, such as Negra Modela, chilled
4 cups vegetable or canola oil
8 ounces (16 to 18), small cremini mushrooms, cleaned

Steps:

  • For the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, chives, lemon juice, mustard, thyme, cayenne, salt, pepper, garlic and lemon zest together to blend. (Sauce can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • For the mushrooms: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, chives, thyme, salt and pepper. Pour the chilled beer into the flour mixture and whisk until the batter is smooth.
  • Pour the oil into a heavy large wide saucepan. Attach a deep-fry thermometer to the side of the saucepan. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until the temperature registers between 330 and 350 degrees F. Working in batches, dip a few mushrooms at a time into the beer batter to coat generously, allowing any excess batter to drip back into the bowl. Drop the mushrooms, a few at a time, into the hot oil and fry until the batter is deep golden brown and the mushrooms are tender, adjusting the heat as needed to maintain the oil temperature between 330 and 360 degrees F, 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 minutes per batch. Using a slotted spoon, remove the mushrooms and drain on paper towels.
  • Mound the mushrooms on a serving platter and place the dipping sauce alongside. Serve while the mushrooms are still hot.

lahenor shak
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These mushrooms are the perfect appetizer or snack. They're crispy, flavorful, and easy to make. I highly recommend this recipe!


sayedul islam
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the mushrooms are always delicious. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.


md sajedul Sk sk
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Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. The mushrooms were cooked perfectly and the batter was crispy. I would definitely make this recipe again.


lee wtf
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I think this recipe needs more flavor. I would add more spices next time.


Shaaira Gaffoor
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I was really excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed. The mushrooms were not crispy at all, and the batter was too thick.


Mercy Ricky
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I made these mushrooms for my friends and they loved them. The batter was so light and crispy, and the mushrooms were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


Baryalai Badery
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These mushrooms are amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly. I served them with a side of marinara sauce and they were delicious.


Alessia clarke
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The mushrooms are always crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. I love serving them with a side of ranch dressing.


Geeta Bidesi
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I love this recipe! The mushrooms are always cooked perfectly and the batter is so light and crispy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Robin Tabata
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These mushrooms were so easy to make and they were so delicious. I will definitely be making these again.


Kevs
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I followed the recipe exactly and the mushrooms turned out perfectly. They were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. I served them with a side of ranch dressing and they were delicious.


CadetCole
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The mushrooms were a bit bland. I think I would add more spices next time.


Shahzad Shahzad
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These mushrooms were a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I would try using less oil next time.


Nasrin Fariya
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I made these mushrooms for my family and they loved them. The batter was so light and crispy, and the mushrooms were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


Dawn Forrester
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These mushrooms were delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly. I served them with a side of ranch dressing and they were a hit.


Youssef Sherif
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The mushrooms were so flavorful and the batter was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again.


Kumar Dahal
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The mushrooms are always cooked perfectly and the batter is light and crispy. I highly recommend this recipe!


MrJPII
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These beer-battered cremini mushrooms were a hit at my party! They were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making these again.