Air Fryer Ranch Mushrooms
Air Fryer Ranch Mushrooms are a quick and crispy snack or side dish featuring fresh mushrooms coated in bold ranch seasoning and parmesan cheese. Ready in under 20 minutes, this recipe offers a healthier alternative to deep frying with an irresistible flavor and texture that’s perfect for busy days or impressing guests.
- Author: Elena
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Mushrooms
- 1 pound fresh button or cremini mushrooms
Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
Additional Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Prepare the Mushrooms: Start by cleaning the mushrooms with a damp cloth or paper towel to remove any dirt. Trim the stems if needed and pat them dry to ensure they crisp up nicely.
- Season the Mushrooms: In a large bowl, combine the mushrooms with olive oil, ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until each mushroom is evenly coated.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat for about 3 minutes. This helps to achieve that perfect crispy texture quickly.
- Air Fry the Mushrooms: Place the mushrooms in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking and browning.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once golden and crispy, remove the mushrooms from the air fryer and transfer them to a serving plate. Serve hot for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- Use dry mushrooms: Make sure mushrooms are fully dry before seasoning to help them crisp.
- Don’t overcrowd the basket: Give mushrooms enough space to allow hot air circulation for even cooking.
- Adjust timing for size: Larger mushrooms might need an extra minute or two; smaller ones require less.
- Shake midway: Shaking the basket halfway through air frying prevents soggy spots and promotes uniform crisping.
- Serve immediately: These mushrooms are best enjoyed right after cooking when they’re at peak crunch and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
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