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Crispy Fried Enoki Mushrooms

Crispy Fried Enoki Mushrooms with Irresistible Sesame Mayo

A delightful and crispy snack featuring enoki mushrooms and a rich sesame mayo dipping sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter Ingredients
  • 200 g Enoki Mushrooms Can substitute with oyster or shiitake mushrooms.
  • 50 g Tapioca Flour Use gluten-free flour for gluten-free.
  • 50 g Plain Flour
  • 150 ml Ice Cold Water Ensure water is ice-cold.
  • 1 tsp Salt
Dipping Sauce Ingredients
  • 100 g Japanese Mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil
Frying Ingredients
  • 500 ml Grapeseed Oil Ideal for frying.
  • 1 tbsp Furikake Seasoning For serving.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • skillet or deep pot
  • Slotted spoon
  • paper towels
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Dipping Sauce: Whisk together Japanese mayonnaise, toasted sesame oil, and soy sauce in a small bowl, cover, and refrigerate.
  2. Prep the Mushrooms: Trim the base of the enoki mushrooms and separate into clusters without washing them. Use a damp cloth if necessary.
  3. Make the Batter: Combine tapioca flour, plain flour, salt, and ice-cold water in a mixing bowl, whisking until smooth and lump-free.
  4. Heat Oil: Heat grapeseed oil in a pot to 190°C (375°F) for frying.
  5. Fry Mushrooms: Dip enoki mushrooms in the batter and fry in small batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Serve: Drain excess oil on paper towels and serve hot with the sesame mayo and sprinkle with furikake seasoning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture. Store leftovers properly to maintain crispiness.

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