🍄 Crispy Garlic Mushroom Bites (Vegan)

Ingredients:

For the mushrooms:

• 2 cups button mushrooms or cremini, halved
• 1/2 cup plant milk (unsweetened almond, oat, or soy)
• 2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 5 tbsp water (or use aquafaba)
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast (for a cheesy flavor, optional)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Olive oil spray or a bit of oil for baking/air frying

Instructions:

1. Prep flax egg:
   Mix ground flaxseed and water in a small bowl. Let sit for 5–10 mins to gel.
2. Clean mushrooms:
   Gently wipe mushrooms with a damp towel. Slice in half if large.
3. Set up breading station:
   • Bowl 1: Plant milk
   • Bowl 2: Flax egg
   • Bowl 3: Breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper
4. Coat the mushrooms:
   • Dip each mushroom into plant milk
   • Then into the flax egg
   • Finally, coat in seasoned breadcrumbs
5. Cook:
   • Bake: Place on a lined baking sheet. Lightly spray with oil. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 mins, flipping halfway.
   • Air fry: Cook at 380°F (195°C) for 15 minutes, shaking halfway.
   • Deep fry: Heat oil in a pan and fry until golden (about 3–4 mins), then drain on paper towel.

🌿 Herby Vegan Dip

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup vegan mayo or unsweetened vegan yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp finely chopped chives or parsley
• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:
Mix all ingredients and chill for 10–15 mins before serving.

These make a perfect appetizer, snack, or side dish.