Air Fryer Mushrooms

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These air fryer mushrooms are juicy and buttery and make the perfect side dish. Ready in under 10 minutes.

Want more air fryer recipes? Try my air fryer chicken parmesan, air fryer French fries, air fryer coconut shrimp, and air fryer hamburgers next.

air fryer mushrooms.

I am the biggest mushroom lover, but even still, I need to change up my cooking methods to keep things interesting. My air fryer mushroom recipe is a weekly staple and pairs with anything!

Table of Contents
  1. Why I love this recipe
  2. Ingredients needed
  3. How to make air fryer mushrooms
  4. Arman’s recipe tips
  5. Storage instructions
  6. Serving suggestions
  7. Air Fryer Mushrooms (Recipe Card)

Why I love this recipe

  • Quick. This recipe takes no longer than 10 minutes to prepare.
  • Healthy. Mushrooms are a nutrient powerhouse! It is packed with fiber, protein, and zero saturated fat. They are also low in calories and carbohydrates (source).
  • Simple Ingredients. Mushrooms just need a few flavor boosters to make them shine.
  • So versatile. They are great to serve as a side dish, stuffed in burgers, or on top of a pizza.

Ingredients needed

  • Mushrooms. White button mushrooms are the best for air frying. They are readily available and offer that signature earthy taste with a tender texture. You can also use portobello or cremini mushrooms, but take note—you’ll need to increase the cooking time by an extra two minutes to compensate for the extra moisture.
  • Garlic. Freshly minced, NOT the dried kind.
  • Olive oil and butter. A combination of both fats makes the mushroom tender while also adding a rich flavor.
  • Soy sauce. Adds a fabulous umami flavor, especially in combination with the butter.
  • Kosher salt and black pepper. To taste. 
  • Parsley. To serve.

How to make air fryer mushrooms

I’ve included step-by-step photos below to make this recipe easy to follow at home. For the full printable recipe instructions and ingredient quantities, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Step 1: season. In a bowl, toss everything together until combined.

seasoned mushrooms.

Step 2- Air fry. Add the mushrooms to the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry the mushrooms for 7-8 minutes, flipping halfway through. 

mushrooms in air fryer.

Step 3- Garnish with some chopped parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and serve.

air fried mushrooms.

Arman’s recipe tips

  • Add more oil if needed. You want the mushrooms to all be coated in some fat so they caramelize and sizzle up nicely.
  • Cook in batches if needed so the mushrooms cook evenly and completely. Also, no soggy mushrooms!
  • Use other seasonings. Like oregano, fresh thyme, or chili flakes.
  • Use flavored butter. Garlic butter, chili butter, or even some truffle butter transform this dish into something extravagant.
  • For crispier mushrooms, sprinkle some panko bread crumbs before cooking.

Storage instructions

To store. Leftover air fried mushrooms can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

To freeze. Place the cooked and cooled mushrooms in a shallow container and store them in the freezer for up to one month. 

mushrooms air fryer.

Serving suggestions

air fryer mushrooms recipe.

Air Fryer Mushrooms

5 from 16 votes
These air fryer mushrooms are juicy and buttery and make the perfect side dish. Ready in under 10 minutes. Watch the video below to see how I make it in my kitchen!
Servings: 4 servings
Prep: 1 minute
Cook: 7 minutes
Total: 8 minutes

Video

Ingredients  

  • 16 ounces button mushrooms halved
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 180C/350F. Grease an air fryer basket.
  • In a mixing bowl, add the mushrooms, garlic, olive oil, melted butter, soy sauce, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and mix well.
  • Transfer the mushrooms to the air fryer basket and cook for 7-8 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  • Remove the mushrooms from the air fryer and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Notes

TO STORE: Leftover air fried mushrooms can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
TO FREEZE: Place the cooked and cooled mushrooms in a shallow container and store them in the freezer for up to one month. 
TO REHEAT: Either microwave them for 20-30 seconds or reheat them back up in the air fryer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 99kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSodium: 582mgPotassium: 382mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 133IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 1mgNET CARBS: 4g
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Author: Arman Liew
Tried this recipe?Give us a shout at @thebigmansworld or tag #thebigmansworld!

Originally published December 2022, updated and republished May 2024

Arman Liew

I’m a two time cookbook author, photographer, and writer, and passionate about creating easy and healthier recipes. I believe you don’t need to be experienced in the kitchen to make good food using simple ingredients that most importantly, taste delicious.

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  1. 5 stars
    This recipe looks great. Can I make it in my oven (which has an fryer) on a baking sheet. Looking forward to your response. Thank you.

  2. 5 stars
    LOVE LOVE LOVE these air fryer mushrooms. The garlic butter is so flavorful and just the right amount.