| Small button or cremini mushrooms, stems trimmed |
16 oz (about 20–25) |
| All-purpose flour |
1/2 cup |
| Large eggs, beaten |
2 |
| Panko breadcrumbs |
1 cup |
| Grated Parmesan cheese |
1/2 cup |
| Garlic, minced (or garlic powder) |
2 cloves (or 1 tsp) |
| Dried parsley (or fresh parsley, chopped) |
1 tsp |
| Paprika (optional, for a hint of smokiness) |
1/2 tsp |
| Salt |
To taste |
| Pepper |
To taste |
| Vegetable oil |
For frying |