Deep Fried Mushrooms

Directions

1. 1
   Combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. 2
   Put oil in a 1 cup measure and add water to the 3/4 cup mark.
3. 3
   Make well in centre of dry ingredients and pour in the water-oil mixture.
4. 4
   Stir together, adding as much of the remaining 1/4 cup of water as you need to make a batter of the correct consistency to coat the mushrooms.
5. 5
   Stir until smooth.
6. 6
   Heat cooking oil in deep fryer.
7. 7
   Dip mushrooms in batter and drop in hot oil.
8. 8
   Cook a few minutes until nicely browned.
9. 9
   Remove with a slotted spoon to a wire rack with paper towels beneath it to catch the oil drips.
10. 10
    Repeat with remaining mushrooms until all are fried.