Simple Fried Morel Mushrooms

Name: Simple Fried Morel Mushrooms
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh morel mushrooms - dirt gently brushed off and mushrooms halved lengthwise; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup vegetable shortening; salt to taste

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These mushrooms are a treasure of the woods hunted by many in the early spring here in Missouri. Simple and quick to fry and enjoy. Finding these can be very hard to find in the woods but well worth the work once you get a mess of them to eat.

Recipe by Jonna

Updated on August 11, 2022

10

Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

1 pound fresh morel mushrooms - dirt gently brushed off and mushrooms halved lengthwise
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup vegetable shortening
salt to taste

Directions

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.
Place flour in a shallow bowl.
Heat vegetable shortening in a large skillet until very hot.
Roll mushrooms in flour and tap off excess; gently lay mushrooms in the hot shortening.
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!

Editor's Note:

The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of the flour. The actual amount of the flour consumed will vary. We have determined the nutritional value of shortening for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of shortening used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

185	Calories
5g	Fat
29g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 185
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g	7%
Saturated Fat 1g	7%
Sodium 39mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate 29g	11%
Dietary Fiber 2g	8%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 6g
Vitamin C 3mg	16%
Calcium 5mg	0%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 33mg	1%

* 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.