Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Mushrooms

Instructions:

Step 1: Preparing the Mushrooms

1. Clean the Mushrooms: Gently wipe the mushrooms with a damp paper towel or mushroom brush to remove any dirt. Avoid soaking them in water as they can absorb moisture and become soggy.
2. Trim the Stems: If necessary, trim the stems to remove any tough ends. Slice the mushrooms into halves or quarters depending on their size, ensuring uniform pieces for even cooking.

Step 2: Making the Garlic Parmesan Mixture

1. Combine the Ingredients: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together to create the garlic mixture.
2. Coat the Mushrooms: Add the cleaned and cut mushrooms to the bowl. Toss them well to coat all the mushroom pieces in the olive oil and garlic mixture. Make sure every mushroom is evenly coated with the flavoring.

Step 3: Preheating the Air Fryer

1. Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes, or as per your air fryer’s instructions. This helps ensure even cooking and crispy results.

Step 4: Cooking the Mushrooms

1. Arrange the Mushrooms: Place the coated mushrooms in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring there’s space for air circulation. You may need to cook in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
2. Air Fry: Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking. This will help the mushrooms cook evenly and become golden brown.

Step 5: Adding Parmesan

1. Sprinkle Parmesan: Once the mushrooms are crispy and tender, remove them from the air fryer. While still hot, sprinkle the freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the mushrooms. The heat from the mushrooms will help melt the cheese slightly, adding that perfect creamy, cheesy flavor.
2. Garnish: Optionally, sprinkle some fresh chopped parsley on top for added color and freshness.

Step 6: Serving

1. Serve Immediately: Serve the garlic Parmesan mushrooms as a side dish with your favorite meal, or enjoy them as a light snack. They’re great with steak, chicken, or even on top of a salad.

Additional Tips:

• Mushroom Variety: Button mushrooms work well for this recipe, but you can also experiment with cremini, portobello, or shiitake mushrooms for different textures and flavors.
• Vegan Option: For a vegan version, you can substitute the Parmesan cheese with a plant-based alternative, or simply omit the cheese for a more savory garlic mushroom flavor.
• Flavor Variations: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick, or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for a tangy twist.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 180 kcal
• Fat: 14 g
• Carbohydrates: 7 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Protein: 4 g