Hawaiian Seafood Stuffed Shiitake Mushrooms
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Description: A sensational combination of flavors! Just read the recipe and imagine popping one in your mouth. Are you drooling yet?
Recipe Category: Grains
Keywords: Vegetable, Hawaiian, Kid Friendly, < 30 Mins, Oven, Easy
Ingredients:

- 16 large shiitake mushrooms
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup shallots, minced
- 2/3 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
- 1 cup shrimp, cooked and chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup coconut flakes
Nutritional Information per Serving (1 mushroom):
- Calories: 98.8
- Fat: 8.2g
- Saturated Fat: 5.1g
- Cholesterol: 21.2mg
- Sodium: 91.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 5.9g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 1.4g
Yield: 16 mushrooms
Aggregated Rating: 5 stars (from 6 reviews)
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare the Creamy Spinach Mixture:
- In a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the heavy cream and chopped spinach.
- Cook until the cream is reduced by half, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
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Add Aromatics and Seafood:
- Stir in the minced shallots and cook for 1 minute.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the coconut milk, dried dill, dried tarragon, cooked shrimp, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well until all ingredients are combined evenly.
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Prepare the Mushrooms:
- Clean the shiitake mushrooms and remove the stems.
- Place the mushroom caps on a shallow baking pan, ready to be stuffed.
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Stuff and Bake:
- Fill each mushroom cap generously with the seafood mixture prepared earlier.
- Arrange the stuffed mushrooms in the baking pan.
- Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the stuffed mushrooms.
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Bake:
- Place the baking pan in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
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Garnish and Serve:
- Once baked, remove from the oven.
- Garnish each mushroom with a sprinkle of coconut flakes.
Tips:
- Mushroom Selection: Choose large shiitake mushrooms for easier stuffing and a more robust texture.
- Creamy Texture: Ensure the cream is adequately reduced to achieve a thick, creamy consistency in the spinach mixture.
- Garnish: The coconut flakes add a tropical touch to the dish, enhancing its Hawaiian-inspired flavors.
Serving:
These Hawaiian Seafood Stuffed Shiitake Mushrooms are perfect as appetizers for parties or as a flavorful side dish. They combine the earthy richness of shiitake mushrooms with creamy spinach and a delightful seafood medley, making them a hit with both adults and kids alike. Enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite!