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!