A tantalizing dish featuring crispy fried mushrooms coated in a rich, spicy chili sauce with a hint of tanginess. Perfect as a starter or side, this Thai-style recipe combines umami flavors with fresh herbs and spices, creating a delightful harmony of textures and tastes that will excite your palate.
Recipe Tips and Tricks:
- Use a mix of mushrooms like oyster, button, or shiitake for varied textures.
- Dry mushrooms thoroughly before frying for maximum crispiness.
- Adjust the chili paste to suit your spice tolerance.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro or Thai basil for extra flavor.
- Serve immediately for the best crunch.
Thai Style Fried Mushrooms with Chili Sauce
Crispy fried mushrooms tossed in a spicy, tangy Thai chili sauce—a perfect snack or side bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
For the Mushrooms:
- 250g mushrooms (oyster or button), cleaned and halved
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup water (adjust as needed)
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Chili Sauce:
- 2 tbsp Thai chili paste (Nam Prik Pao)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce (optional)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 small red chili, sliced (optional, for extra heat)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Garnish:
- Fresh cilantro leaves
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Prepare the Mushrooms:
- Pat the mushrooms dry with a paper towel.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Add water gradually to form a smooth batter.
2. Fry the Mushrooms:
- Heat oil in a deep pan or wok to 180°C (350°F).
- Dip mushrooms in the batter and coat evenly. Fry in batches until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
3. Make the Chili Sauce:
- Heat oil in a pan. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Add Thai chili paste, soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar. Stir until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
4. Toss and Serve:
- Toss the fried mushrooms in the chili sauce until coated.
- Transfer to a serving plate, garnish with cilantro and sesame seeds, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a vegan version, omit the fish sauce and use plant-based substitutes.
- Adjust the sauce consistency with a splash of water if needed.
Nutrition Information
Yield
4Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 336Total Fat 12gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 10gCholesterol 1mgSodium 1252mgCarbohydrates 51gFiber 4gSugar 6gProtein 7g
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