Easy Fried Morel Mushrooms

Fresh wild morels are fried until crispy and delicious in this easy recipe that enhances the earthy, nutty flavor of these springtime delicacies.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 185 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• salt to taste
• 1 cup vegetable shortening
• 1 pound fresh morel mushrooms - dirt gently brushed off and mushrooms halved len

Recipe Instructions

Step 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.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Pan-fry until golden brown and flour coating is crisp, 5 to 8 minutes, turning often. Drain morels on paper towels, salt to taste, and enjoy your treasures!

Step 4

Place flour in a shallow bowl. Heat vegetable shortening in a large skillet until very hot.