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Try these easy and delectable crispy Fried Shiitake Mushrooms! You will enjoy the crispiness and tenderness that will delight your taste buds!

Looking for shiitake mushroom recipes? Try my Roasted Shiitake Mushrooms, Shiitake Mushroom Soup, or Shiitake Mushroom Pasta Recipe!

I’ll walk you through the ingredients and step-by-step instructions. I hope you enjoy it!

Why You Will Love This Recipe

Fried shiitake mushrooms are quick to make with just a few simple ingredients.
Great as a satisfying main course, a snack, or a party favorite.
Incredibly delicious! Crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside.

Shiitake Mushrooms

Shiitake mushrooms are Japanese mushrooms known for their round shape, thick caps, and meaty texture similar to portobello mushrooms. They have a distinctive earthy, umami flavor and can be used fresh in various dishes or dried, especially for making dashi stock in Japanese cuisine.

Recipe Ingredients

You’ll need the following ingredients to make these Fried Shiitake Mushrooms:

Ingredients for fried shiitake mushrooms.

Shiitake Mushrooms: Choose firm and fresh shiitake mushrooms for the best flavor and texture. For more details, refer to ‘A Quick Guide on How to Cook Shiitake Mushrooms‘.
Vegetable oil for frying.
Panko is a Japanese breadcrumb that’s versatile and perfect for coating fried foods, binding ingredients, or adding a crunchy topping to baked dishes. It’s made by grinding bread into small flakes. If you don’t have panko, regular breadcrumbs will work as a substitute.

For Vegans:

If you are vegan or try to avoid consuming eggs, it is possible for the batter to be without eggs. Mix flour and water at a ratio of 1:1. It will be slightly sticky but not too much; then dip your ingredients into it before covering it with panko breadcrumbs.

How To Make Fried Shiitake Mushrooms: STEP BY STEP

Here are some quick visual instructions! For the video and all the detailed ingredients and instructions, go to the printable recipe card below.

Step 1

Remove the stems from the shiitake mushrooms.

Step 2

Set up shallow containers with flour, beaten egg, and panko

Step 3

Coat the shiitake mushrooms in flour, dip in egg, and then cover with panko.

Step 4

Fry until golden and crispy.

Panko Crusted Fried Eggplant and Shiitake Mushrooms

Serve on a plate and enjoy with your favorite sauce! (You can also use the same steps to make fried eggplant!)

Recipe Tips

Use Japanese panko breadcrumbs for the best crispy texture.
Don’t overcrowd the pot while frying to ensure even cooking.

Dipping Sauce

Enjoy dipping them into a sauce for added flavor. Here are some sauces that pair perfectly:

Ketchup and mayonnaise (Blend them 1:1)
Tartar sauce
Soy sauce
Tonkatsu sauce
Worcestershire sauce
Homemade sauce

What To Serve With

Fried shiitake mushrooms can be a delicious main course. Pair it with steamed rice, wakame seaweed miso soup, napa cabbage coleslaw, and a light salad for a complete meal!

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Fried shiitake mushroom and eggplant served on a plate with fresh salad.

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