073 - Crispy Enoki Mushroom!

Deep fried food is my love/hate kinda thing. I loved the fact that they’re crunchy and tasty, but I hated the fact that they tend to be greasy and fattening. But indulging on them once in a while is a-okay on my book!

Anyway, my friend introduced me to this dish at one of our favorite Chinese restaurant, and I’m forever hooked. Needless today, I managed to make a replica, which is also hell of a lot better!

Introducting, the CRISPY ENOKI MUSHROOM!

For 1 Serving, you will need;

·         1 pre-packed Enoki Mushroom (Approximately 50 grams)

·         1 Egg

·         100 ml Water

·         Oil for frying

For the breading

·         200 grams of Cornstarch

·         150 grams of All Purpose Flour

·         1 tsp of Garlic Powder

·         1 tsp of Onion Powder

·         1 tsp of Paprika Powder

·         1 tsp of Chili Powder

·         1 tsp of Salt

·         1 tsp of White Pepper

·         1 tsp of Black Pepper

·         2 tsp of Dried Parsley

·         ½ tsp of Mustard Powder (Optional)

Ready? Here We Go!

Step 1 – Cut off the root part of the Enoki, and proceed to tear the Enoki into small strand using your fingers. Set aside

Step 2 – Combine all the breading ingredients on a large bowl, mix to combine.

I love spices!

Step 3 – Crack your eggs, add the water and stir.

Step 4 – Set up your breading station, the order goes Eggbath – Breading – Oil. Meanwhile, heat up your oil on a medium-high heat for about 3 minutes, or until hot.

Step 5 – Dip your Enoki strands on the eggs, add it to the breading, and proceed to dip it into the oil. Deep fry for about 1-1,5 minutes, or until golden brown. Repeat.

Step 6 – Serve!

Get yourself a dipping sauce, preferably a mix of Asian inspired Sweet-Spicy Sauce and American Favorite Garlic Mayo. These tasted like HEAVEN!

You can even use this to top off a vegetarian sandwich. F yeah

Give this a try, you’ll love it

Cheers

xx