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Crispy Air-Fried Mushroom Nuggets

Posted on August 3, 2021March 12, 2022 by Jen

Mushroom Madness… with Homemade Tomato Za’tar Ketchup

Introduction:

My friend Jana very kindly gave me their air fryer while in the process of converting to a different unit. At first, I thought I would just play around with it. However, I discovered that we use it on a daily basis. It is such an easy way to crisp vegetables like sweet potatoes, cauliflower, or my Air-Fried Mushroom Nuggets. Air-frying allows you to achieve a crispy texture without drenching everything in oil. In addition the vegetables retain their natural flavors!

About the Recipe: Crispy Air-Fried Mushroom Nuggets

When you order 5 lb of oyster mushrooms you have more than enough for a few meals! Even if they are the best locally cultivated mushrooms from Rebecca Farms that you have ever tasted. My latest air fryer adventure involved a bit of a ruse. I wanted both my children to taste the mushrooms. My older daughter will happily consume them over pasta, but Katie was a bit skeptical. I wondered if I could make them appear nugget-like and entice her with a bit of ketchup. My quest turned into a delectable appetizer of Air-Fried Mushroom Nuggets that the whole family enjoyed!


One of the fun advantages of making these Crispy Air-Fried Mushroom Nuggets is you can easily vary the spices. My husband and I enjoyed hot Hungarian paprika with ours while the kids preferred salt and pepper and a bit of oregano. You can also have fun with the dipping sauces from ketchup and mustard to hot chili sauces or marinara.


Air Fried Oyster Mushrooms
Air Fried Oyster Mushrooms

Crispy Air-Fried Mushroom Nuggets

A healthy spin on a fried favorite. Oyster mushrooms air-fried to crispy perfection. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups cleaned and shredded oyster mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup semolina flour
  • 1/2 cup panko plus a bit extra
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or unflavored non-dairy milk of choice
  • 1 tsp minced dried garlic
  • 1/2 tsp hot Hungarian paprika*
  • salt, pepper to taste

Dipping Sauce Ideas: Sriracha, Roasted Garlic Marinara Sauce, Cocktail Sauce, Horseradish Sauce, Spicy Mustard, Ketchup

    Instructions
     

    Clean Mushrooms

    • Gently wipe away any dirt with a paper towel. Do not wet them. Remove stems and shred the tops into appropriate sized appetizer pieces.

    Batter

    • Combine semolina flour, panko, and any seasonings in a large shallow bowl. Place the unsweetened non-dairy milk into a separate shallow bowl.
    • Dip each mushroom into the milk and then dredge into the batter mixture. Place in the air fryer.
    • Working in batches, fry the mushrooms until they are golden brown. I like to check mine every 5 minutes.

    Notes

    *You can use any type of spices. Oregano, basil, and parsley would work well.
     
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    Midnight Roma Tomatoes
    Za'tar Ketchup

    Homemade Tomato Ketchup with Za’tar

    A sweet and savory ketchup made with fresh midnight roma tomatoes and seasoned with Aleppo pepper and Za'tar. The perfect condiment for all of your dipping adventures!
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 35 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
    Course Condiment
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8

    Equipment

    • Blender

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 lb fresh roma tomatoes (I used midnight roma tomatoes for a more intense flavor).
    • 2/3 cup honey (substitute sweetener of choice if vegan)
    • 1 cup apple cider vinegar
    • 1/2 cup yellow onion
    • 1/4 cup za'tar
    • 6 cloves garlic
    • 1 1/2 tsp salt
    • 1 tbsp Aleppo pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Add all ingredients to a large saucepan. Simmer 35 minutes until tomatoes are broken down and liquid has reduced.
    • Let mixture cool for a bit and then blend until smooth.
    • Makes about 5 cups.
    Keyword easy fresh tomato homemade ketchup, healthy fresh tomato ketchup, homemade fresh tomato ketchup healthy, plant based homemade tomato ketchup za’tar, ultratruffle homemade tomato ketchup za’tar, vegan fresh homemade tomato ketchup

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    Are you striving to make a lifestyle change or looking to discover plant-focused recipes the whole family will love?

    My name is Jen. I am a wife, mom, and a pharmacist. I love to cook for my family, hike, run, and read about history. I enjoy eating fresh, seasonal, locally available produce. In addition to endurance trail runs and long bike rides, I will happily set out on foraging hikes for mushrooms and truffles.

    Waiting for the seasons to change, fruits to ripen, vegetables to mature, or truffles to reach their peak (7-11 years) is an endurance sport in itself.  Nonetheless, the time and effort spent is well worth crossing that finish line and enjoying a delicious, healthy meal.

    I always say the slower you run, the more you enjoy the trail. Food is the same. Cooking together in the kitchen with freshly harvested fruits and vegetables is all about taking life slower and enjoying the process and experience. Plant-based, healthy food for the whole family with less effort, so you can slow down and enjoy life!

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