Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, preparing a delectable dish featuring fresh mushrooms and aromatic herbs is a sure way to impress your taste buds and elevate your culinary skills. With their earthy flavors and umami richness, mushrooms offer a symphony of flavors that harmonize perfectly with an array of herbs, spices, and cooking techniques. From sautéing to grilling and roasting, the versatility of mushrooms allows you to create a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate and leave you craving more. This article will guide you through the process of selecting the finest mushrooms, choosing the perfect herbs to complement their flavors, and crafting a culinary masterpiece that will be the highlight of your next meal.
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SAUTEED MUSHROOMS WITH HERBS
The secret to mushrooms that are beautifully browned and not watery is taking a hands-off approach. Stirring them as they caramelize releases the mushrooms' liquid and causes them to steam, so leaving them alone is the way to go.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook mushrooms, cap sides down, without stirring, until caps are caramelized, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium. Toss mushrooms, and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook until mushrooms are well browned, about 5 minutes more. Add garlic, butter, and thyme. Cook until garlic is golden and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove skillet from heat. Add wine. Return skillet to heat, and cook until wine is evaporated, about 4 minutes. Garnish with parsley. Serve warm.
HERB MUSHROOMS
Mushroom with fresh sage and thyme. Enjoy over slices of crisp french bread,top a steak or toss into a bowl of spinach to slighly wilt and enjoy as a salad or toss into pasta adding some extra virgin olive oil.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Onions
Time 11m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large pan melt butter and or oil till hot. Add the onions and mushrooms and stir fry 3-4 minutes.
- Add garlic and remaining ingredients stirring for an other 1-2 minutes.
FRESH MUSHROOMS WITH HERBS
Make and share this Fresh Mushrooms With Herbs recipe from Food.com.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Wash and dry mushrooms, cut off ends of stems without separating them from the caps, and slice 1/8-inch-thick lengthwise.
- Sprinkle with seasoning salt, fines herbes, and dry mustard.
- Brown in butter, adding more if necessary to keep mushrooms moist.
- When nearly done, add vinegar; reheat, and serve hot.
SAVORY HERB-STUFFED MUSHROOMS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Remove stems from mushrooms. Chop enough stems to make 1 cup. Melt 2 tablespoons margarine in saucepan. Brush mushroom cap tops with margarine, place top side down in shallow baking pan and brush undersides of caps. Heat remaining margarine in same saucepan. Add chopped mushroom stems, onion and garlic and cook until tender. Stir in cream cheese, combining with fork if necessary. Add Parmesan cheese, parsley and herb seasoned stuffing. Mix thoroughly. Spoon about 1 tablespoon stuffing mixture into each mushroom cap. Bake until heated through.
HERB-ROASTED MUSHROOMS
My husband grows herbs, and we use whatever's in season. Our favorite blend is oregano, rosemary and basil, but we suggest trying parsley, dill and mint, too. - Jennifer Larison, Tucson, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut mushrooms into quarters; place in a large bowl. Add oil, herbs, salt and pepper; toss to combine. Place on two 15x10x1-in. baking pans coated with cooking spray., Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 9-11 minutes or until tender. Transfer to a bowl. Drizzle with vinegar; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PORTABELLA MUSHROOMS WITH HERBS
Marinating with fresh herbs and garlic is the secret to flavor-packed grilled portabellas.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 1h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In large glass or plastic bowl or resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix oil, vinegar, oregano, thyme, salt and garlic. Add mushrooms; turn to coat. Cover dish or seal bag; refrigerate 1 hour.
- Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. Remove mushrooms from marinade (mushrooms will absorb most of the marinade). Cover and grill mushrooms over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes or until tender. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 180 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g
SPICED MUSHROOMS WITH HERBS
Steps:
- Finely grind coriander and allspice in an electric coffee/spice grinder or with a mortar and pestle.
- Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté mushrooms with spices, stirring occasionally, just until tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of each herb, and salt and pepper. Remove from heat and cool to warm or room temperature. Stir in remaining herbs.
MUSHROOMS WITH HERBS AND STOUT
Provided by John Willoughby
Categories easy, quick, weekday, appetizer, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 side-dish servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put butter and shallots in a medium sauté pan over medium-high heat, stir occasionally until shallots are nicely softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add mushrooms and stout, and cook, stirring occasionally until most of the stout and liquid from mushrooms has evaporated, about 12 minutes.
- Add thyme and tarragon and continue to stir frequently until liquid is almost completely evaporated, about 3 to 4 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 82, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 219 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Choose the freshest mushrooms possible. Look for mushrooms that are firm and have a smooth, dry surface. Avoid mushrooms that are slimy, bruised, or have open gills.
- Clean the mushrooms gently. Use a soft brush or a damp cloth to wipe away any dirt or debris. Do not wash the mushrooms under running water, as this can make them soggy.
- Slice the mushrooms evenly. This will help them cook evenly.
- Use a variety of herbs to flavor the mushrooms. Some good choices include thyme, rosemary, oregano, and basil.
- Cook the mushrooms over medium heat. This will help them to brown and develop their flavor.
- Do not overcrowd the pan. If you do, the mushrooms will steam instead of brown.
- Season the mushrooms to taste. Salt and pepper are essential, but you can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
- Serve the mushrooms immediately. They are best enjoyed hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
Fresh mushrooms are a versatile and delicious ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and they can help to boost the immune system. When cooked properly, mushrooms have a tender, meaty texture and a rich, earthy flavor. By following these tips, you can cook fresh mushrooms that are both delicious and healthy.
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