Deep-fried Mushroom Caps

• 1 pound medium-size button mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• Salt

Remove the stems from the mushrooms; they can be used in a soup or to prepare duxelles. Marinate the caps in the lemon juice with a little salt and pepper for 15 minutes. Preheat 3 inches of oil to 370°F.

Pat the mushrooms dry, dredge in the flour, and dip into the batter. Deep