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    Air Fried Oyster Mushrooms

    Published:Dec 11, 2021· Modified: Apr 1, 2022 by Keri Bevan

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    These air fried oyster mushrooms are the vegan answer to fried chicken. Spiced panko breadcrumbs create a crunchy exterior for meaty king oyster mushrooms.

    Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for a real crowd pleasing platter of vegan fried chicken!

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    If you've seen my shiitake mushrooms recipe or my tahini pasta recipe, you'll know that mushrooms are amongst my favorite vegan ingredients! They're so versatile. And now, I am excited to introduce you to my favorite new mushroom recipe.

    If you've ever had a craving for fried chicken, you'll love these air fried oyster mushrooms. That's because tender, juicy king oyster mushrooms are the perfect substitute for chicken. Really! Think of them as vegan chicken wings.

    And, because they're fried in an air fryer, these crunchy vegan chicken pieces have much less fat than if you deep fried them. Plus, you won't be sacrificing the crunchy batter that makes them so yummy.

    • vegan buttermilk in bowl with spoon.
    • king oyster mushrooms.
    • dredging station for vegan chicken wings.

    How To Make Air Fried Oyster Mushrooms

    • Combine the soy milk and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl and set it aside to curdle for at least five minutes. This will make vegan buttermilk, which adds a nice sour, creamy flavor while acting as the perfect egg replacer. It's important to use soy milk rather than another plant based milk. Soy milk is higher in protein than other vegan milks, which aids in the curdling and thickening of vegan buttermilk.
    • Wash your mushrooms with a damp paper towel. There's no need to rinse oyster mushrooms; they absorb water quickly and can become water logged and lose their flavor. Slice the mushrooms vertically into 3-4 pieces.
    • Combine your flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika and salt in a large bowl. Put your panko breadcrumbs in a separate shallow bowl.
    • Put your king oyster mushrooms in a bowl and drizzle the olive oil over the them. Mix until all the mushrooms are coated in olive oil.
    • Now, quickly move your mushrooms to the flour bowl, and shake until they're evenly coated. Transfer them to a clean plate.
    • Pour your vegan buttermilk into the bowl with the remaining flour. Stir until a batter forms. If your batter is too thick, add a bit more milk.
    • One by one, dredge your mushrooms into the batter. Let the excess batter drip off, and then dredge them in your panko breadcrumbs.
    • Grease the insert in your air fryer.
    • Transfer your mushrooms to the air fryer. Brush them with a little bit of oil to aid browning. Air fry them at 355 F (180 C) for 20-25 minutes. Be careful not to over crowd the air fryer. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to work in batches.
    • Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce. Try my vegan garlic aioli , vegan BBQ sauce or my vegan chipotle sauce.
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    Frequently Asked Questions About This Recipe

    What's the difference between king oyster mushrooms and regular oyster mushrooms? Can I use either?

    Yes, you can! King oyster mushrooms are larger with bigger stems than regular oyster mushrooms. So, if you use regular oyster mushrooms, you'll end up with chicken nugget size pieces, but the recipe will still work.

    Are air fried oyster mushrooms gluten free?

    No, they aren't. If you need them to be gluten free, you'll need to use gluten free flour in the batter and gluten free breadcrumbs. Alternatively, you can omit the panko breadcrumbs, and the recipe will still work.

    Can you freeze air fried mushrooms?

    You can! Line a baking tray with parchment paper and freeze the vegan chicken pieces for 2 hours. Transfer them to a reusable freezer bag. They'll stay fresh in the freezer for 10-12 months.

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    Air Fried Oyster Mushrooms

    Keri Bevan
    These air fried oyster mushrooms are crispy on the outside and juicy and meaty in the center. They're the vegan's answer to perfect Southern fried chicken! Serve them hot out of the air fryer with your favorite dipping sauce!
    4.91 from 44 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Course dinner, lunch, Main Course, Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 380 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 cup soy milk
    • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
    • 1 pound King Oyster mushrooms
    • 1½ tablespoons olive oil *plus more for brushing
    • 1½ cups all purpose flour or gluten free blend
    • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 cup panko bread crumbs

    Instructions
     

    • Combine the soy milk and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl. Set aside.
    • Clean the oyster mushrooms by washing them with a damp cloth or paper towel. Cut them into 3-4 pieces vertically.
    • Combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika and salt in a large bowl. Put your panko breadcrumbs in a separate shallow bowl.
    • Put the King Oyster mushrooms in a bowl and drizzle the olive oil over the them. Mix until all the mushrooms are coated in olive oil.
    • Dredge the mushrooms in the flour mixture and set aside on a plate.
    • Add the soy milk/apple cider vinegar mix to the bowl with the remaining flour. Stir until a batter forms. If the batter is too thick, add a bit more milk.
    • Dredge mushrooms in batter until evenly coated. Now, dredge in panko breadcrumbs.
    • Grease the insert in your air fryer. Transfer the mushrooms to the air fryer and air fry for 20-25 minutes, turning them over at the half way point.

    Notes

    1. It's important to use soy milk in this recipe.  It has the highest protein content, and it's that extra bit of of protein that will help the milk curdle when it comes into contact with the vinegar.
    2. Don't rinse the mushrooms.  They absorb water quickly, and can become waterlogged and lose their flavor.
    3. Be careful not to over crowd the air fryer. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to work in batches.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 13gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 453mgPotassium: 674mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 533IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 125mgIron: 5mg
    Keyword fried oyster mushrooms, vegan fried chicken
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    1. Genevieve

      May 04, 2022 at 10:18 pm

      5 stars
      I've never thought to air fry oyster mushrooms before, this recipe sounds perfect for a weeknight appetizer!

      Reply
    2. Agnieszka

      April 29, 2022 at 10:31 pm

      5 stars
      I really want to try this recipe. It looks easy and I have an air fryer. I don't know where to buy oyster mushrooms though. Do you have any recommendations?

      Reply
      • Keri Bevan

        April 30, 2022 at 10:20 am

        I hope you like it!

        Reply
    3. Jerika

      April 29, 2022 at 9:28 am

      5 stars
      These air fried oyster mushrooms are one of my favorite finger foods already! Yum!:) It's a perfect substitute for chicken indeed. Thanks!:)

      Reply
    4. nancy

      April 29, 2022 at 3:08 am

      5 stars
      this recipe is well loved in our household . i make it so many times, i can almost recite it!

      Reply
    5. Jean

      April 29, 2022 at 12:41 am

      5 stars
      oysters are my chicken, this easy to make and appetizing

      Reply
    6. Kayla DiMaggio

      April 28, 2022 at 2:55 pm

      5 stars
      These air fried oyster mushrooms were so delicious! The perfect treat!

      Reply
      • Keri Bevan

        April 28, 2022 at 3:46 pm

        Thank you, Kayla!

        Reply
      • Lucas

        April 29, 2022 at 4:17 pm

        5 stars
        This is the most exciting recipe I’ve seen lately! I am looking to Air fry something different with breadcrumbs and oyster mushrooms are the most brilliant idea ever! Thanks for this recipe!

        Reply
        • Keri Bevan

          April 30, 2022 at 10:21 am

          Thank you Lucas, hope you enjoy the recipe!

          Reply
    7. Natalie

      April 28, 2022 at 2:44 pm

      5 stars
      Oh I have to make this. Looks delicious. Another great recipe to try in my new air fryer. Thnaks!

      Reply
      • Keri Bevan

        April 28, 2022 at 3:46 pm

        Thanks, Natalie. Hope you like them!

        Reply
    8. Jayden

      April 01, 2022 at 3:08 pm

      5 stars
      We loved these! Tastes exactly like chicken 😋

      Reply
      • Keri Bevan

        April 01, 2022 at 3:22 pm

        Thanks Jayden!

        Reply
    9. Divi

      March 27, 2022 at 10:49 pm

      5 stars
      So Good! And the recipe was so easy to follow. I nailed it the first time!
      Thank you

      Reply
      • Keri Bevan

        March 28, 2022 at 12:09 am

        Hi Divi, we love these at my house! So glad you liked the recipe. Thanks for letting me know.x

        Reply

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