Deep-Fried Oyster Mushrooms Pressed With Walnuts And Chipotle

By á-170456

Ingredients

• 1 can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce - (7 oz)
• 12 large fresh oyster mushrooms
• 1 quart oil for frying
• Flour as needed
• 3 eggs beaten
• 1/2 cup finely-crushed walnuts

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

Place chipotle peppers in a blender with the liquid in the can and blend until smooth.

Clean the mushrooms leaving the stem on. Paint the mushrooms with the puree. Heat the oil in a deep saucepan to 340 degrees.

Using 3 small dishes, place some flour in one, the eggs in another, and in the remaining dish the crushed walnuts. Coat the painted mushrooms with the flour, then dip into the eggs. Finally, coat the mushrooms with the walnuts and press the walnuts into the caps gently to ensure that they stay coated with the nuts.

Place several mushrooms in the hot oil. When the mushrooms are golden brown, in about 30 seconds, remove with a slotted spoon and place on a plate lined with a paper towel to drain. Let drain for 30 seconds and serve immediately.

This recipe yields 4 servings.

Suggested wine: Ridge Petit Sirah

These mushrooms need no dipping sauce. If you prefer a milder flavor, use Chinese oyster sauce instead of the chipotle puree.