Fried Morel Mushrooms

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Earthy, wild morel mushrooms are only around for a short time in the spring and go for top dollar if you can't find your own in the forest, or along the river. They are best prepared simply in recipes that really show them off, and this is a great one!

Submitted by SWENSONL

Updated on February 26, 2024

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Servings:

4

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Ingredients

1 pound wild morel mushrooms
½ cup oil for frying
2 large eggs
¾ cup milk
1 (4 ounce) packet saltine crackers, finely crushed
salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

Cut any large morels in half. Place morels 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.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. While oil is heating, beat eggs and milk in a shallow bowl. Coat morels in egg mixture, then toss in cracker crumbs. Carefully place coated morels in heated oil; cook until they are golden brown on the bottom, then flip them over to brown the other side. The mushrooms will cook quickly.
When mushrooms are evenly browned, remove them from the pan to drain on a paper towel. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

255	Calories
10g	Fat
32g	Carbs
11g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 255
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g	13%
Saturated Fat 2g	12%
Cholesterol 97mg	32%
Sodium 515mg	22%
Total Carbohydrate 32g	12%
Dietary Fiber 2g	9%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 11g	21%
Vitamin C 3mg	4%
Calcium 90mg	7%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 155mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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