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Here we go!
Perfect Smokey Spicy Enoki Mushrooms
These are great as an addition to a dish, a snack on their own or on top of some delicious bok choy. The options are endless.
1pckgEnoki MushroomsThe ones I buy come in a standard package size so they should suffice
2tbspScallion or Olive Oil
1tbspSmoked Paprika
1tbspChili Powder
2tspGarlic Powder
1tspKosher Salt
Instructions
Cut Woody ends off mushrooms
Combine all spices
Take mushrooms and break off into smaller portions, about 1cm bundles
Coat mushrooms in oil and seasoning. I like to use my hands here to make sure everything is nicely and evenly coated
For Air Fryer
Place a layer of foil on your air fryer base, helps with cleaning and prevents mushrooms from peaking through.
In batches cook in AF for 8-10minutes at 400F, I like to flip them to make them crispy
For Oven
Take large parchment lined sheet pan, place mushrooms in even later, cook in oven for 15-20minutes, flipping half way and keep an eye on them in the last 7-10 minutes or so. I like my oven ones very crispy but you can cook them to your liking.
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