Air Fryer Ranch Mushrooms Recipe
Introduction
Air Fryer Ranch Mushrooms are a deliciously crispy and flavorful snack or appetizer. Coated in a zesty ranch seasoning and perfectly golden from the air fryer, they’re quick to make and sure to please any crowd.
Ingredients
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon garlic and onion seasoning
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- ¾ cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons dry ranch dressing mix
- 8 ounces portobello mushroom caps, cleaned
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Step 2: Set up a breading station with four shallow dishes: pour milk into the first, mix flour and garlic and onion seasoning in the second, place ranch dressing in the third, and combine panko bread crumbs with dry ranch dressing mix in the fourth.
- Step 3: Dip each portobello mushroom cap first into the milk, then coat with the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Step 4: Next, dip the mushroom in ranch dressing, then press it into the panko and ranch seasoning mixture until well coated.
- Step 5: Place the breaded mushrooms in a shallow air fryer pan or directly into the air fryer basket. Spray them lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
- Step 6: Air fry the mushrooms at 400 degrees F for about 7 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
Tips & Variations
- For extra crunch, double coat the mushrooms by repeating the ranch and panko steps before air frying.
- Try swapping portobello mushrooms for button or cremini for a smaller bite-sized option.
- Serve with extra ranch dressing or a spicy dipping sauce for added flavor.
Storage
Store leftover air fryer ranch mushrooms in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat them in the air fryer for a few minutes to restore their crispiness, rather than microwaving, which can make them soggy.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use a different type of mushroom?
Yes, button or cremini mushrooms also work well and offer a smaller, bite-sized version of this recipe.
Do I need to preheat the air fryer?
While preheating is not strictly necessary, it helps achieve an evenly crispy texture on the mushrooms.
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Air Fryer Ranch Mushrooms Recipe
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
Crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Ranch Mushrooms are a quick and delicious appetizer or snack perfect for any occasion. Coated in ranch seasoning and panko breadcrumbs, these mushrooms come out golden and crunchy thanks to the air frying method, delivering the goodness of fried mushrooms with less oil and mess.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup ranch dressing
Dry Ingredients
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon garlic and onion seasoning
- ¾ cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons dry ranch dressing mix
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces portobello mushroom caps, cleaned
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) to ensure even, crispy cooking of the mushrooms.
- Prepare the Breading Station: Arrange four shallow dishes for breading the mushrooms. Pour milk into the first dish. In the second dish, mix all-purpose flour with garlic and onion seasoning. Add ranch dressing to the third dish. Combine panko bread crumbs with dry ranch dressing mix in the fourth dish.
- Bread the Mushrooms: Take each cleaned mushroom cap and first dip it into the milk, allowing excess to drip off. Next, coat the mushroom in the flour mixture, shaking off any extra flour. Then, dip it into the ranch dressing followed by a thorough coating with the panko and dry ranch seasoning mixture.
- Arrange for Air Frying: Place the breaded mushrooms in a shallow air fryer pan or directly in the air fryer basket. Lightly spray them with nonstick cooking spray to help achieve a golden, crispy exterior.
- Air Fry the Mushrooms: Cook mushrooms in the preheated air fryer for about 7 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy. Depending on your air fryer model, shake or turn the mushrooms halfway through to ensure even cooking.
Notes
- Ensure mushrooms are dry before breading to help coatings stick better.
- Adjust cooking time based on size and thickness of mushroom caps and your specific air fryer.
- Can be served with extra ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute panko with gluten-free breadcrumbs and use gluten-free flour.
- To make this recipe vegan, substitute milk with plant-based milk and use vegan ranch dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Air fryer mushrooms, ranch mushrooms, crispy mushrooms, appetizer, snack, air fryer recipe
