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Ranch Mushrooms Recipe

4.8 from 150 reviews

Crispy and flavorful ranch-coated portobello mushrooms air-fried to golden perfection. This easy appetizer or snack features a crunchy panko breading infused with ranch seasoning, delivering a deliciously tangy and savory bite that’s ready in under 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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Dipping and Breading Station

  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic and onion seasoning
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons dry ranch dressing mix

Main Ingredient

  • 8 ounces portobello mushroom caps, cleaned

Other

  • Nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to ensure even cooking and a crispy finish for the mushrooms.
  2. Set up the Breading Station: Arrange four shallow dishes for an efficient breading process: pour milk into the first dish, combine all-purpose flour with garlic and onion seasoning in the second, ranch dressing in the third, and mix panko bread crumbs with dry ranch dressing mix in the fourth.
  3. Bread the Mushrooms: Dip each cleaned portobello mushroom cap first into the milk, then coat with the seasoned flour mixture. Next, dip them into the ranch dressing before coating thoroughly with the panko and ranch dry mix combination, creating a flavorful, crunchy crust.
  4. Prepare for Air Frying: Place the breaded mushrooms into the air fryer basket or pan in a single layer to allow hot air circulation. Lightly spray them with nonstick cooking spray to promote browning and crispiness.
  5. Air Fry the Mushrooms: Cook at 400°F (200°C) for about 7 minutes or until the mushrooms turn golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway if needed for even cooking.

Notes

  • Ensure the mushrooms are well cleaned and patted dry before breading to help the coating stick better.
  • For extra crispiness, you can double coat the mushrooms by repeating the ranch dressing and panko step.
  • Adjust air frying time depending on the thickness of the mushroom caps and your specific air fryer model.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
  • Use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs to make this recipe gluten-free.

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