Air-fried garlic mushrooms

Here’s a quick and flavorful recipe for Air-Fried Garlic Mushrooms — crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and packed with garlicky goodness. Perfect as a side, snack, or appetizer!

Let me know if your grandma used a buttery version, added breadcrumbs, or finished them with lemon or herbs — I can tweak it easily.

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Air-Fried Garlic Mushrooms

Ingredients:

• 1 lb whole mushrooms (white or cremini), cleaned and patted dry

• 2 tablespoons olive oil (or melted butter)

• 3–4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon soy sauce or balsamic vinegar (optional – adds umami)

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ teaspoon dried thyme or parsley (or 1 tsp fresh)

• Optional: pinch of chili flakes or a squeeze of lemon juice

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Instructions:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for about 3 minutes.

2. In a bowl, toss mushrooms with:

   • Olive oil or butter

   • Garlic

   • Soy sauce or balsamic (if using)

   • Salt, pepper, and herbs

3. Place mushrooms in the air fryer basket in a single layer. (Don’t overcrowd; cook in batches if needed.)

4. Air fry for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway through. They should be golden brown and slightly crisp on the edges.

5. Optional: After cooking, toss with a squeeze of lemon or sprinkle of parmesan cheese.

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Serving Ideas:

• Serve as a side with steak, chicken, or pasta

• Add to salads or grain bowls

• Dip in garlic aioli or sour cream

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Want Grandma’s Version?

Did she:

• Use breadcrumbs or parmesan?

• Finish them in butter on the stove?

• Add wine, cream, or herbs from the garden?

Just let me know — I’ll adjust it to match how she made them.