Easy Fried Morel Mushrooms

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': '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.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Place flour in a shallow bowl. Heat vegetable shortening in a large skillet until very hot.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Roll mushrooms in flour and tap off excess; gently lay mushrooms in the hot shortening.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': '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!'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (4 servings total)