Fried Morels

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh morel mushrooms, cleaned and trimmed
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• Vegetable oil, enough for 2 inches in pan
• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. Start by thoroughly washing your morel mushrooms under cold water to remove any dirt or bugs. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
2. In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). The oil should be deep enough to cover the morels completely.
3. In a bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to create your morel mushroom batter. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and milk together until smooth.
4. Dip each morel into the milk and egg mixture, ensuring it is fully coated, then dredge it through the flour and cornmeal mixture to form an even coating.
5. Carefully place the coated morels into the hot oil. Fry them in batches to avoid overcrowding, cooking for 3-4 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
6. Once fried, remove the morels from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.