Air fryer Oyster Mushrooms

These air fryer oyster mushrooms are a delicious meaty starter perfect for vegans or vegetarians.

These are super crunchy on the outside and melt-in-the mouth on the inside.

I promise you that this is one recipe you will make over and over again.

For vegetarians or vegans, this is your perfect substitute for meat for its amazing texture and taste.

Portobello mushrooms in air fryer also are a delicious meaty dish.

Mushroom adds a delicious, earthy flavour. You may like: air fryer mushrooms, breaded mushrooms in air fryer, Airfryer French Fries and air fryer stuffed mushrooms.

Ingredients

1. Mushroom: I have used fresh oyster or King mushrooms here.

Shiitake, baby bella or portobello work well too.

2. Vegan buttermilk or plant-based milk: This is used for the outer coating.

3. Rice flour: This is used to create a slurry with vegan buttermilk to then coat the mushrooms.

4. All-purpose flour: This is added along with rice flour for a nice crispy coating to oyster mushrooms.

You could use breadcrumbs and cornflakes mix in its place.

You can even try almond flour.

5. Spices: Basic spices like cayenne, salt and pepper along with dried herbs like parsley, basil, oregano work well.

You can use any spices you have.

How to Make Vegan Buttermilk

Vegan buttermilk: You can use plant-based buttermilk.

Or you can make your own.

Just use 1 cup of plant-based milk like soy milk or almond milk.

You can try making your own almond milk like this.

Add 1 tbsp. of lemon juice and keep it aside for 10 minutes.

You can use the slightly curdled milk as the vegan buttermilk.

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Variations and Substitutions

1. You can use breadcrumbs in place of all-purpose flour for a crunchy coating.

2. You can vary the spices as per your choice.

3. You can use any other mushrooms like portobello, baby bella or even button mushroom.

Their mouthfeel will be slightly different though.

4. You can use regular buttermilk if you consume dairy or use diluted Greek yogurt as well.

5. If you feel that the slurry is not enough for the mushrooms then increase the quantity of flours and buttermilk used.

Instructions

Clean and keep the oyster mushroom aside.

You can cut them into thick slices.

Combine together vegan buttermilk, rice flour and salt to form a slurry.

It will be slightly runny.

Toss oyster mushrooms in this slurry.

Mix spices in the all-purpose flour and keep aside.

After marination, take out each marinated mushroom and immerse it in the seasoned flour mix till well coated.

Lightly brush with oil or spray all over with oil.

Do this to all the oyster mushrooms and keep aside.

How to Air fry Oyster /King Mushrooms

Pre-heat Airfryer at 180 C or 360 F for 5 minutes.

Brush the air fryer basket and arrange the mushroom in one row.

Air fry for 15 minutes at 180 C or 360 F.

Flip once in the middle.

If needed spray them with oil again.

Now turn up the temperature to 200 C or 390 F and air fry for 4 minutes for a golden colour.

You may use parchment paper for easy clean up.

Your crunchy oyster mushrooms in air fryer are ready.

Take them out and serve them.

Your crispy Air fried mushrooms are ready to serve.

These are also known as vegan fried chicken as they are the vegan version of fried chicken due to their meaty texture.

They are a very popular appetizer.

Serving Suggestions

1. With dip: These fried oyster mushrooms are delightful as an appetizer.

Serve them with a dip of choice.

2. With pasta: These crispy oyster mushrooms are really yummy when served with this spaghetti aglio e olio.

3. With salad: For a subtantial meal or snack, pair them with a hearty salad like this avocado salad.

4. With mashed potatoes: I haven't done this personally but a friend of mine raved about how good they were with mashed potatoes.

Storage Instructions

These fried oyster mushrooms don't stay crispy when stored.

They are best consumed fresh.

But, you can store leftovers in an air tight container for upto 2 days.

Reheat them in air fryer at 360F or 180C for about 4-5 minutes till heated through.

They may not be as crispy as when fresh.

Here’s the recipe card:

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Air fryer Oyster Mushrooms

Rachna Parmar

Delicious air fryer oyster mushrooms are an addictive snack that is super moist on the inside and extra crispy outside. Low carb and low calorie, this is a perfect appetizer for weight watchers.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Marination time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Course Accompaniment | Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Calories 130 kcal

Equipment

• Air fryer

Ingredients

 

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• 8 oz. Oyster mushroom or about 200 gm.
• 1 cup vegan buttermilk (recipe shared in the notes)

Spices

• 1 tsp. cayenne or paprika or red chilli powder
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. Italian seasoning or dried parsley, oregano, basil, thyme
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tsp. onion powder
• ½ cup all-purpose flour or corn starch
• 3 tbsp. rice flour
• 1 tsp. oil

Instructions

 

• Clean mushroom and dry them well. Now prepare a slurry of vegan buttermilk with rice flour and ½ tsp. salt. Marinate mushroom in the slurry for about 30 minutes.
• Now take all the spices and add to all-purpose flour and keep it ready.
• Pre-heat Airfryer at 180 C or 360 F for 5 minutes.
• After marination, take out each marinated mushroom and immerse it in the seasoned flour mix till well coated. Lightly brush with oil. Do this to all the mushroom and keep aside.
• Brush the air fryer basket and arrange the mushroom in one row. Air fry for 15 minutes at 180 C or 360 F. Turn once in the middle. Now turn up the temperature to 200 C or 390 F and Air fry for 4 minutes for a golden colour.
• Take it out and serve out. Your crispy Air fryer mushrooms are ready to serve. Have with dipping sauce, mayo or even ketchup. It’s super delicious.
• Serve them hot.

Notes

Check out the substitutes mentioned above the recipe.

Vegan buttermilk: You can make your own vegan buttermilk. Just use 1 cup of plant-based milk like soy milk or almond milk. You can try making your own almond milk like this. Add 1 tbsp. of lemon juice and keep it aside for 10 minutes. You can use the slightly curdled milk as the vegan buttermilk.

If you have smaller mushroom, your Air frying time will vary a bit, so keep a watch.

Serve them hot. In case, you are doing them in batches then re-heat for 2 minutes when serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 536mgPotassium: 332mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 611IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

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