Air Fryer Mushrooms are one of the best and easiest side dishes. Perfectly cooked mushrooms with a hint of rosemary. Air frying mushrooms gives them the best texture that even mushroom critics will love. And if you are a mushroom lover, this method takes mushrooms to the next level!
If you love mushrooms, then you are going to love cooking mushrooms in the air fryer. So juicy and with the best texture, this is a great way to get more use out of your air fryer and have a delicious vegetarian side dish.
If you are looking for some more air fryer vegetable recipes to try, then why not try our Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables, Air Fryer Green Beans, Air Fryer Broccoli, Air Fryer Kale or Air Fryer Aubergine?
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Why You Will Love Them
- Low calorie side dish - These air fryer mushrooms are low calorie way to bulk out a meal. They are low carb too.
- A new way to eat mushrooms - If you are not sure what to do with mushrooms, then this is an easy mushroom recipe to try.
- Versatile - We usually serve these as a side dish, but there are plenty of ways to make it part of a main meal like creamy mushroom pasta or mushroom tacos.
- Adaptable - There are only a few ingredients that go into this air fryer mushroom recipe, but we have given some ideas on how to adapt it below.
Ingredients and Substitutions
A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Mushrooms - The star of the dish. We used white button mushrooms, but you could also use a mixture of mushrooms like oyster mushrooms, shiitake and chestnut, as it gives it a lovely mixture of textures. You could use any mushrooms you like - we really like baby portobello mushrooms.
- Oil - We used a good quality olive oil. Don't use extra virgin though as it has a low smoke point and you will have a smoky air fryer. Avocado oil works well.
- Worcestershire sauce - We love the flavour this gives. Remember to use a vegetarian version if you want this air fryer mushroom recipe to be vegetarian. You could swap it for balsamic vinegar or soy sauce if you prefer.
- Rosemary - This goes so well with mushrooms. You can use thyme or fresh parsley instead.
- Salt and pepper - Generously season to taaste.
Variations
Mushrooms and garlic are the perfect combination. We usually go crazy with garlic, so we have even surprised ourselves that it isn't included in this recipe. If you are a garlic lover, then feel free to crush a couple of garlic cloves into this mixture.
We used rosemary, as the woody herb goes really well with the earthiness of mushrooms. Fresh thyme would also work well and you can use dried herbs if that is all you have.
If you want to make these air fryer mushrooms a little more indulgent, then you could sprinkle them with some freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Instead of Worcestershire sauce, you could use balsamic vinegar on these air-fried mushrooms, which would give a bit of a sweeter flavour.
If you wanted to roast the mushrooms, then try our Garlic and Herb Roasted Mushrooms recipe.
How to Make Air Fryer Mushrooms - Step by Step
- Step 1: Halve the mushrooms and put them into a bowl.
- Step 2: Add the rest of the ingredients and toss to mix well.
- Step 3: Put the mushrooms into your air fryer basket and cook in the air fryer at 180°C for 10 minutes.
Serving Suggestions
If you want to make these the star of the meal, then you can serve them with our Creamy Mashed Potatoes or on top of your favourite cooked pasta. The sauce that is left in the pan is amazing stirred into pasta. Why not try these air fried mushrooms on our Cream Cheese Pasta?
We also like them as a side dish with our Air Fryer Steak and Air Fryer Potato Wedges. We also love them as a taco filling and they make an amazing burger topping.
Sometimes we serve these are a starter with some strong soft cheeses and chunks of warm French bread. There is never any left over, as it's always a hit. Or just put them in a simple sandwich like in our Mushroom Sandwich recipe.
Storage
Air fryer mushrooms can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator, for a day or two - but they are best eaten freshly cooked. We wouldn't recommend freezing mushrooms, as the texture isn't the same once defrosted.
Extra Tips
- Cut the mushrooms to even sizes so that they all cook at the same rate.
- Remember that mushrooms shrink when cooking, so although it looks like a lot of mushrooms in the pan, they won't be the same size when cooked.
- You can make these in advance and keep them in the fridge for a day, however fresh is best.
- All air fryers cook at different rates and larger air fryers will cook them quicker. So you will need to check on the mushrooms after 10 minutes.
- For best results, cook them in a single layer at a time. You need to allow air to circulate to get the best texture of the mushrooms.
- Don't forget to shake the mushrooms half way through, so that they are evenly cooked.
Frequently Asked Questions
You should just be able to give them a quick rinse and then use a paper towel to wipe away any dirt on the mushrooms. You don't want to put too much water on them though, as they will soak it up and you will have a lot of liquid in the pan. If there is a lot of dirt on the mushrooms, then you could peel them.
We can't rate highly enough the Power Air Fryer XL. The 5 litre capacity is big enough for cooking for the whole family and it can fry, grill, bake, sauté, roast and steam. There are simple touch screen controls and it heats up quickly and can cook your food up to 70% faster than a conventional oven. Also, it's dishwasher safe.
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Recipe
Air Fryer Mushrooms
Ingredients
- 400 g (14 oz) Mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon Oil
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 sprig Fresh rosemary
- 1 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper
Instructions
- Halve the mushrooms and put them into a bowl.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well.
- Cook on the Air Fry setting at 180°C/350℉ for 10 minutes.
Recipe Tips
- Cut the mushrooms to even sizes so that they all cook at the same rate.
- Remember that mushrooms shrink when cooking, so although it looks like a lot of mushrooms in the pan, they won't be the same size when cooked.
- You can make these in advance and keep them in the fridge for a day, however fresh is best.
- All air fryers cook at different rates and larger air fryers will cook them quicker. So you will need to check on the mushrooms after 10 minutes.
- For best results, cook them in a single layer at a time. You need to allow air to circulate to get the best texture of the mushrooms.
- Don't forget to shake the mushrooms half way through, so that they are evenly cooked.
Nutritional Information
The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.
Suja md says
Outstanding recipe thanks so much! tasted so much good!
Ieva says
Made these mushrooms as part of the vegetarian full English we enjoyed today! Super flavoursome, and brilliant texture. Rosemary definitely added a lovely wintery twist to the dish!
Rachna says
I love air frying mushrooms. They get so delicious and the crispy edges are delectable.
Jacqueline says
You had me at mushrooms. Sitting here drooling at the photos