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Air Fryer Mushrooms {Deep Fried Version Too!}

Published: Apr 14, 2021 by Sandi Gaertner · 4 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links

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If you love fried mushrooms but are short of time, you are going to love this air fryer mushrooms recipe! From start to finish, these air fryer breaded mushrooms are ready in under 15 minutes! And don't worry, if you don't have an air fryer, I include directions to fry them stovetop too!

air fried mushrooms on a plate with dip
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I love crispy fried mushrooms. Not just plain mushrooms but more exotic mushrooms too. Our farmer's market has a wonderful mushroom vendor and I was able to pick up shiitake and lion's mane this week!

You can use these mushrooms or regular mushrooms. Many grocery stores carry a variety of mushrooms for you to experiment with!

We are big mushroom eaters and I love to include them as appetizers or in the meals I make. You may also want to try this easy Gluten Free Slow Cooker Mushroom Soup a try!

If you haven't used your air fryer much, this is a great beginner-level recipe to help you get more comfortable using your air fryer. I have a 3.4-quart air fryer but just ordered a 5.8-quart size so that I can cook more food at once.

Why you need to try this air fryer mushrooms recipe:

You are going to want to make this because not only are the mushrooms breaded with delicious crispy seasoned bread crumbs, they are cooked in the air fryer which makes them have a lot less fat! All you need is 15 minutes!

If you love quick and easy air fryer recipes, you will also want to try these Gluten Free Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets too!

the top view of a platter of fried mushrooms

Ingredients notes:

air fried mushroom ingredients
  • Bread crumbs - You can buy gluten free bread crumbs, or make your own homemade gluten free bread crumbs.
  • Mushrooms - Use any kind of fresh mushrooms!
  • Nutritional yeast - You don't have to use this secret ingredient, but it adds so much to this recipe when mixed into the bread crumbs. Not only does this add a lot of flavors, but it is very nutritious as well!
  • Light oil - I recommend using either avocado or canola. You need to make sure your oil can tolerate high heat or it will taste rancid.

Types of mushrooms to air fry:

  • Cremini
  • Button
  • Shiitake
  • Lion's Mane
  • Portobello and mini portobello

Recipe step by step directions:

You are going to love how easy this air fried mushrooms recipe is to make!

fried mushrooms photos of steps 1 and 2

Step 1: First, lightly wash your mushrooms and pat them dry. You don't want them in the water or wet too long or they will get mushy. Especially the more delicate mushrooms like lion's mane.

Step 2: In a bowl, add the bread crumbs, nutritional yeast, and seasonings. Mix it well so the flavors are evenly dispersed.

fried mushrooms photos of steps 3 and 4

Step 3: In another bowl, add the eggs and scramble them up. Dip the mushrooms in and stir them around to coat them. This egg is what helps the bread crumbs mixture stick. I recommend adding a couple of mushrooms at a time.

Step 4: Remove the mushrooms from the egg mixture and move them to the bread crumb mixture. Toss the mushrooms gently to coat them.

breaded mushrooms ready to air fry

Step 5: Spray light oil (high heat tolerant!) to the bottom of the air fryer tray. Put the breaded mushrooms in the air fryer. Make sure they are not touching so `the air can circulate around each mushroom. This helps them cook more evenly. Spray more light oil over the tops.

Step 6: Cook your mushrooms on 380º F for 6 minutes. Serve hot plain, or dip into ranch dressing or this delicious Curry Dipping Sauce.

How to fry mushrooms stovetop:

Frying these mushrooms stovetop is really easy. Repeat the steps above to wash and bread the mushrooms. In a dutch oven add a light high heat oil to about 2-3 inches deep. Heat the oil over medium-high heat.

I recommend using canola or avocado oil. These oils are very tolerant of cooking in high heat. (Do NOT use olive oil!)

When the oil to 350º F, add a few mushrooms. Move them around with a slotted spoon, turning them over after 1-2 minutes. Remove from the oil when the outside is crispy and put them onto a paper towel-lined plate.

dipping a fried mushroom in ranch dressing

Don't forget to check out all of my easy Gluten Free Appetizer Recipes! These Gluten Free Air Fryer Ravioli are also a delicious appetizer for snacking!

More air fryer recipes to try:

  • Gluten Free Ground Chicken Meatballs
  • Air Fried Chicken Drumsticks
  • Easy Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes
  • Air Fryer Scallops in a Dill Garlic Butter Sauce

Recipe

air fried mushrooms on a plate with dip

Gluten Free Air Fryer Mushrooms

Sandi Gaertner
A quick and easy low fat air fryer mushrooms recipe. This recipe makes crispy delicious fried mushrooms in under 15 minutes! (I include pan frying directions for those who don't have an air fryer.
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Prep Time 9 mins
Cook Time 6 mins
Course Gluten Free Appetizer Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 117 kcal

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces mushrooms
  • ½ cup gluten free bread crumbs * see note
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 eggs size large
  • 2 teaspoons light oil for spraying

Instructions
 

  • First, lightly wash your mushrooms and pat them dry. You don't want them in the water or wet too long or they will get mushy. Especially the more delicate mushrooms like lion's mane.
  • In a bowl, add the bread crumbs, nutritional yeast, and seasonings. Mix it well so the flavors are evenly dispersed.
  • In another bowl, add the eggs and scramble them up. Dip the mushrooms in and stir them around to coat them. This egg is what helps the bread crumbs mixture stick. I recommend adding a couple of mushrooms at a time.
  • Remove the mushrooms from the egg mixture and move them to the bread crumb mixture. Toss the mushrooms gently to coat them.
  • Spray light oil (high heat tolerant!) to the bottom of the air fryer tray. Put the breaded mushrooms in the air fryer. Make sure they are not touching so `the air can circulate around each mushroom. This helps them cook more evenly. Spray more light oil over the tops.
  • Cook your mushrooms on 380º F for 6 minutes. Serve hot plain, or dip into ranch dressing or this delicious Curry Dipping Sauce.

Notes

  1. Use any kind of mushroom including button, cremini, shiitake, lion's mane, oyster mushrooms...all types of mushrooms work well in this air fryer mushrooms recipe.
  2. These mushrooms are best crispy out of the air fryer and they will lose their crispiness if you store them in the refrigerator.
How to Pan Fry The Mushrooms:
Frying these mushrooms stovetop is really easy. Repeat the steps above to wash and bread the mushrooms. In a dutch oven add a light high heat oil to about 2-3 inches deep. Heat the oil over medium-high heat.
I recommend using canola or avocado oil. These oils are very tolerant of cooking in high heat. (Do NOT use olive oil!)
When the oil to 350º F, add a few mushrooms. Move them around with a slotted spoon, turning them over after 1-2 minutes. Remove from the oil when the outside is crispy and put them onto a paper towel-lined plate. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 117kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 8gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 325mgPotassium: 288mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 119IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 14mgIron: 1mg
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  1. Hanna

    April 16, 2021 at 9:43 am

    5 stars
    I loved these in the air fryer! What a great way to get a lower-calorie food I love. Thanks for another great recipe.

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    • Sandi Gaertner

      April 16, 2021 at 9:52 am

      I am so glad you loved the recipe!

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  2. Jenn

    April 16, 2021 at 9:14 am

    5 stars
    Fried mushrooms were my FAVORITE appetizer in college and a little restaurant I used to frequent had me craving them all the time! So excited to make them at home with this easy peasy recipe. Thanks!

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    • Sandi Gaertner

      April 16, 2021 at 9:52 am

      Awesome! Let me know what you think :-).

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