Fried Mushrooms
Crispy, Flavorful, and Easy to Make
Fried mushrooms are the perfect appetizer or side dish for any meal. This recipe transforms ordinary mushrooms into crispy, garlicky, and flavorful bites that are golden on the outside and tender on the inside.
Using simple ingredients like garlic, butter, and olive oil, these mushrooms cook quickly in a skillet while retaining their juiciness. They’re ideal for parties, weeknight dinners, or even as a snack with dipping sauce.
This recipe works with button mushrooms, cremini, or baby bella mushrooms, making it versatile and perfect for mushroom lovers. The aroma alone will make your kitchen irresistible!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy – ready in under 15 minutes
- Crispy outside, tender inside
- Perfect as appetizer or side
- Uses simple pantry ingredients
- Vegetarian-friendly
- Great for parties or casual meals
Ingredients
- 500 g mushrooms (button or cremini), cleaned and halved
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika (optional for extra flavor)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
- Prep mushrooms
Clean mushrooms with a damp cloth and halve or slice them evenly. - Heat skillet
In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. - Cook mushrooms
Add mushrooms in a single layer. Let them cook undisturbed for 3–4 minutes until golden brown on one side. - Stir and season
Stir mushrooms and cook another 3–4 minutes. Add garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. - Finish
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley. - Serve
Serve immediately as a side dish, appetizer, or snack.

Serving Ideas
- Serve alongside steak or grilled chicken
- Toss into pasta or risotto
- Add to a salad for extra flavor
- Pair with a dipping sauce like aioli or ranch

Fried Mushrooms
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Clean mushrooms and halve or slice them.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add mushrooms and cook 3–4 minutes undisturbed until golden.
- Stir mushrooms and cook another 3–4 minutes. Add garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Sauté 1–2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately as a side dish, appetizer, or snack.
