Can we all agree that the crunch of pretty much any food is enough to make you want another bite!?
Without getting too personal “fried hard” is how I would finish all of my fried food orders before I went vegan. I missed out on that crunchy yet sweet texture for years but I’ve finally found the perfect substitute !
“ENOKI MUSHROOM”
Here is a photo of some Enoki mushroom I fried using mustard opposed to egg yokes to have my flour stick to my mushroom.
This was better than most fried chicken that I've taste!
(Use the same seasonings you would to coat your chicken and be sure to cook the mushroom the same way you would your meat.
Enoki Mushroom facts:
- Enoki mushrooms are low in calories and carbohydrates, but high in fiber, B vitamins, and antioxidants. They also contain potassium, copper, and selenium.
- Enoki mushrooms may help with heart health, brain function, and immunity. They contain phenols and polyphenols, which may help prevent blockages in arteries and lower cholesterol levels.
- Eating raw enoki mushrooms can cause food poisoning, so it's important to cook them thoroughly. Enoki mushrooms have been growing wild in Eastern Asia and North America since at least 800 BCE. They were first cultivated in Japan for their long stem, nutrients, and pure color.