Step-by-Step Breading Process

Learning to bread mushrooms is key for crispy, golden results. Follow these steps for a delicious mushroom batter recipe. Your guests will love it.

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

• • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it's ready when you finish preparing the mushrooms.

Step 2: Prepare the Mushrooms

1. 1. Clean the Mushrooms: Gently wipe the mushrooms with a damp paper towel to remove dirt. Avoid soaking them in water, as mushrooms absorb water and can become soggy.

1. 1. Remove Stems: Carefully twist and remove the stems from the mushrooms. Set the caps aside and chop the stems if you wish to use them in other recipes (optional).

Step 3: Prepare Breading Mixture

1. 1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the following:

      • • Whole wheat breadcrumbs: 1 cup
      • • Grated Parmesan cheese: ¼ cup
      • • Garlic powder: 1 teaspoon
      • • Onion powder: 1 teaspoon
      • • Dried oregano: ½ teaspoon
      • • Salt: ½ teaspoon (or to taste)
      • • Black pepper: ¼ teaspoon

1. 1. Mix the ingredients together until well combined and set aside.

Step 4: Prepare Egg Wash

1. 1. In another bowl, beat 1 large egg until the yolk and white are fully combined. This will be your egg wash for breading the mushrooms.

Step 5: Bread the Mushrooms

1. 1. Take each mushroom cap and dip it into the beaten egg, ensuring it's fully coated.

1. 1. Allow any excess egg to drip off, then place the mushroom cap into the breadcrumb mixture.

1. 1. Gently press the breadcrumb mixture onto the mushroom to ensure it sticks.

1. 1. Repeat this process for all mushroom caps and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 6: Bake the Mushrooms

1. 1. Lightly spray the breaded mushroom caps with olive oil spray to help them crisp up during baking.

1. 1. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven.

1. 1. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the mushrooms are golden brown and crispy. Turn them halfway through the baking time for even crispness.

Step 7: Prepare the Creamy Ranch Dip

1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine the following ingredients:

      • • Low-fat Greek yogurt: 1 cup
      • • Buttermilk: 2-3 tablespoons (adjust based on desired consistency)
      • • Dried dill: 1 teaspoon
      • • Garlic powder: ½ teaspoon
      • • Onion powder: ½ teaspoon
      • • Salt: ¼ teaspoon (or to taste)
      • • Black pepper: ¼ teaspoon
      • • Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon (optional for added brightness)

1. 1. Stir all the ingredients together until well mixed. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8: Serve

1. 1. Once the mushrooms are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.

1. 1. Serve the crispy breaded mushrooms warm, alongside the creamy ranch dip.

Enjoy your healthy Breaded Mushrooms with Creamy Ranch Dip!

Feel free to store any leftovers in an airtight container in the