Simple Fried Morel Mushrooms

Simple Fried Morel Mushrooms
Simple Fried Morel Mushrooms requires about 30 minutes from start to finish. This recipe serves 4. One serving contains 602 calories, 7g of protein, and 52g of fat. This recipe covers 19% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. It is a good option if you're following a vegan diet. It works well as a pricey side dish. If you have vegetable shortening, morel mushrooms - dirt gently brushed off and mushrooms, salt, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it.

Instructions

1
Place halved morel mushrooms in a large bowl; cover with cold, lightly salted water. Refrigerate mushrooms for about 5 minutes to loosen any dirt; pour off salted water, rinse, and repeat twice more. Crevices of the mushrooms may harbor tiny stones or even insects. Thoroughly rinse mushrooms a final time and allow to drain on paper towels.
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2
Place flour in a shallow bowl.
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3
Heat vegetable shortening in a large skillet until very hot.
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Roll mushrooms in flour and tap off excess; gently lay mushrooms in the hot shortening.
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Pan-fry until golden brown and flour coating is crisp, 5 to 8 minutes, turning often.
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Drain morels on paper towels, salt to taste, and enjoy your treasures!
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DifficultyNormal
Ready In30 m.
Servings4
Health Score14
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