Champignons Panés Croustillants

Ooooh yes — Champignons Panés Croustillants 🤌🇫🇷 (aka Crispy Breaded Mushrooms) — the kind of snack or appetizer that disappears in minutes. Golden on the outside, juicy and savory inside, perfect with a garlic aioli, herby dip, or just a sprinkle of flaky salt. Let’s make it classy and snackable.

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Champignons Panés Croustillants (Crispy Breaded Mushrooms)

Ingrédients (for about 4 servings):

• 300–400g mushrooms (button or cremini work best), cleaned and stems trimmed

• 2 eggs, beaten

• ½ cup (60g) flour

• 1 cup (100g) breadcrumbs (Panko for extra crunch, or regular)

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional, for depth)

• Salt & pepper to taste

• Fresh parsley (for garnish)

• Oil spray or a little neutral oil (for frying or air frying)

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Option 1: Pan-Fried Version

1. Prep Breading Station:

   • Bowl 1: Flour (seasoned with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder)

   • Bowl 2: Beaten eggs

   • Bowl 3: Breadcrumbs

2. Coat Mushrooms:

   • Dredge mushrooms in flour → dip in egg → roll in breadcrumbs. Press lightly to make it stick.

3. Fry:

   • Heat oil in a pan (~1 cm deep).

   • Fry mushrooms in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown (about 4–5 minutes).

   • Remove and drain on paper towels.

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Option 2: Air Fryer Version (healthier & just as crispy)

1. Follow same breading process.

2. Preheat air fryer to 390°F / 200°C.

3. Spray mushrooms with oil or cooking spray.

4. Air fry for 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway, until golden and crispy.

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Dipping Sauce Ideas:

• Garlic Aioli: Mayo + minced garlic + lemon juice

• Herbed Yogurt Dip: Greek yogurt + dill + lemon zest + chives

• Spicy Option: Sriracha mayo or chipotle sauce

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Pair it with…

A chilled glass of white wine, sparkling water with lemon, or serve as a luxe party appetizer with a little toothpick flair.

Want a version with cheese stuffed inside the mushrooms? Or baked instead of fried? I got you!