Simple Fried Morel Mushrooms

Serves: 5

Iva Padberg

1 January 1970

Based on User reviews:

44

Spice

52

Sweetness

51

Sourness

39

mins

Prep time (avg)

5.6

Difficulty

Ingredients:

Directions:

1

Place halved morel mushrooms in a large bowl; cover with cold, lightly salted water

2

Refrigerate mushrooms for about 5 minutes to loosen any dirt; pour off salted water, rinse, and repeat twice more

3

Crevices of the mushrooms may harbor tiny stones or even insects

4

Thoroughly rinse mushrooms a final time and allow to drain on paper towels

5

Place flour in a shallow bowl

6

Heat vegetable shortening in a large skillet until very hot

7

Roll mushrooms in flour and tap off excess; gently lay mushrooms in the hot shortening

8

Pan-fry until golden brown and flour coating is crisp, 5 to 8 minutes, turning often

9

Drain morels on paper towels, salt to taste, and enjoy your treasures!