Recipe: Mazing Mushrooms π
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Discover the simplicity and impressive flavor of these Mazing Mushrooms, perfect for an antipasto platter or a quick snack. This recipe, passed down through generations, emphasizes the use of fresh ingredients to elevate the natural flavors of mushrooms. Whether you choose robust field mushrooms or visually striking button mushrooms, they soak up the delicious dressing effortlessly. Ideal for beginners and seasoned cooks alike, these mushrooms are vegan, kosher, and require no cookingβjust a bit of patience during refrigeration time.
Ingredients:
- 300g mushrooms (preferably field mushrooms for enhanced flavor)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons fresh curly-leaf parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 5-6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare the Mushrooms:
- If using button mushrooms, leave them whole. For field mushrooms, slice them thinly.
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Make the Dressing:
- In a large serving bowl, combine minced garlic, chopped parsley, extra virgin olive oil, and fresh lemon juice.
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Toss and Coat:
- Add the mushrooms to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently to coat the mushrooms evenly with the dressing mixture.
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Adjust Seasoning:
- Taste the dressing and adjust as needed. You may prefer more lemon juice or olive oil depending on your taste preferences. The dressing should have a slightly tart flavor.
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Refrigerate:
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Toss the mushrooms occasionally during this time to ensure they absorb the flavors evenly.
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Serve:
- Once chilled and infused with flavor, serve the Mazing Mushrooms as part of an antipasto platter or enjoy them on their own as a refreshing snack.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 168.9
- Total Fat: 17.1g
- Saturated Fat: 2.4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 5.2mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 3.7g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.7g
- Sugars: 1.4g
- Protein: 1.9g
Recipe Notes:
- Use fresh mushrooms and ingredients for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice and olive oil according to your personal taste preferences.
- This recipe is suitable for those following a vegan, kosher, or low-protein diet.
- Refrigeration time is essential to allow the mushrooms to absorb the flavors of the dressing fully.
Enjoy these Mazing Mushrooms as a delightful appetizer or snack, perfect for any occasion where you want to impress with simplicity and flavor!
