Grilled mushrooms and leeks are a flavorful and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. With the right combination of spices and cooking techniques, this simple combination of ingredients can create a tantalizing meal. The smokiness of the grilled mushrooms pairs perfectly with the sweet and earthy flavor of the leeks. Whether you are grilling them over an open flame or in a pan, there are endless possibilities for creating a delicious and satisfying dish with grilled mushrooms and leeks.
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GRILLED MUSHROOMS AND LEEKS
Mushrooms and leeks are an especially good combo when cooking with a grill wok.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Quarter 2 trimmed leeks lengthwise; cut into 2-inch pieces.
- In bowl, toss 1 1/2 pounds button mushrooms with 1 tablespoon olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Place in hot wok; cook until tender, 10 minutes.
- In bowl, toss leeks with 1 tablespoon olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing, until lightly charred, 15 to 25 minutes. Dust with 1 tablespoon Parmesan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 g, Fat 6 g, Protein 4 g
CONTEST-WINNING GRILLED MUSHROOMS
Grilled mushrooms always taste good, but this easy recipe makes them taste even more fantastic. As the mother of two children, I love to cook entire meals on the grill. It's fun spending time outdoors with the kids. -Melanie Knoll, Marshalltown, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Thread mushrooms on four metal or soaked wooden skewers. Combine butter, dill and garlic salt; brush over mushrooms., Grill, covered, over medium-high heat until tender, 10-15 minutes, basting and turning every 5 minutes. Serve with grilled lemon wedges if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 230mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
GRILLED PIZZAS WITH LEEKS, ASPARAGUS, AND MUSHROOMS
A drizzle of truffle oil just before serving elevates this pizza's ingredients -- asparagus, leeks, shiitake mushrooms, and Taleggio cheese -- even further.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Lunch Recipes
Yield Makes 6 nine-inch pizzas
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add leeks; cook, stirring, until beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms; cook until tender and juices have evaporated, about 4 minutes. Add the asparagus and wine; cook until asparagus is bright green and wine has evaporated, about 2 minutes. Stir in thyme; season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Heat a grill until medium-hot. Generously brush one side of pizza dough with olive oil; grill, oiled side down, until underside is golden brown and top begins to bubble, 3 to 5 minutes. Quickly brush top with olive oil; flip crust. Top with a thin layer of cheese and some of the asparagus mixture. Grill until cheese is just melted, topping is hot, and crust is cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes more.
- Slide pizza with a large spatula onto a cutting board. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with more thyme, and with a small amount of truffle oil, if desired. Repeat to make more pizzas.
GRILLED LEEKS
Steps:
- Bring white wine, clam juice, garlic, onion and butter to a simmer. Add leeks and braise for 20 minutes, let cool in liquid. Cut lengthwise. Whisk together the olive oil and garlic in a large bowl, and the leeks and let marinate 1 hour. Preheat grill. Grill until golden brown.
GRILLED PEPPERS, LEEKS AND PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS
Steps:
- Build a charcoal fire or preheat gas grill.
- Place all of the vegetables on a baking sheet, season generously with salt and pepper, and toss with the olive oil and garlic.
- Place the vegetables, cut side down, on the grill. Cook for a few minutes on each side until tender and nicely marked by the grill. Remove from grill and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calorie, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams
GRILLED LEEKS, SWEET PEPPERS AND MUSHROOMS RECIPE
Provided by á-174942
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut leeks lengthwise in half to within 2 inches of root ends. Separate leaves slightly; rinse leeks with running cold water to wash away sand and grit. Cut each pepper lengthwise in half; discard seeds. Bring 2 inches of water in an 8-quart saucepan to boil over high heat. Add leeks and 2 teaspoons salt; return to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 5 to 10 minutes until leeks are tender. Drain, reserving water in pan, and remove leeks to a large roasting pan. Add peppers to saucepan; over high heat, heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 5 to 10 minutes until tender-crisp; drain and add to leeks in roasting pan. To the peppers and leeks, add mushrooms, olive oil, vinegar, oregano, sugar, pepper and 1 teaspoon salt. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours, turning vegetables occasionally. About 45 minutes before serving, prepare outdoor grill for barbecuing. Place vegetables on grill over low heat, reserving marinade. Grill 10 minutes or until heated through, turning vegetables occasionally and brushing with marinade. This recipe yields 6 servings. Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories, 286.9; protein, 5.99 grams; carbohydrates, 26.88 grams; total fat, 20.05 grams; cholesterol, 0 milligrams; saturated fat, 2.5 grams; dietary fiber, 5.205 grams; sodium, 30.72 milligrams; sugar, 11.08 grams; vitamin A, 63.47 retinol equivalents; vitamin C, 143.9 milligrams; calcium, 103.5 milligrams; iron, 4.186 milligrams; alcohol, 0 grams.
GRILLED PIZZAS WITH LEEKS, ASPARAGUS, AND MUSHROOMS
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add the leeks; cook, stirring, until beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms; cook until tender and juices have evaporated, about 4 minutes. Add the asparagus and wine; cook until the asparagus is bright green and the wine has evaporated, about 2 minutes. Stir in the thyme; season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Heat a grill until medium-hot. Generously brush one side of the pizza dough with olive oil; grill, oiled side down, until the underside is golden brown and the top begins to bubble, 3 to 5 minutes. Quickly brush the top with olive oil; flip the crust. Top with a thin layer of cheese and some of the asparagus mixture. Grill until the cheese is just melted, the topping is hot, and the crust is cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes more.
- Slide the pizza with a large spatula onto a cutting board. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with more thyme and with a small amount of truffle oil, if desired. Repeat to make more pizzas.
Tips:
- To ensure even cooking, select mushrooms of uniform size.
- Use a grill pan or skillet with ridges to allow excess moisture to escape.
- Marinate the mushrooms in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, herbs, and spices before grilling.
- Cook the mushrooms over medium heat, turning frequently, until they are tender and slightly browned.
- Add the leeks to the pan towards the end of cooking to prevent them from becoming overcooked.
- Season the mushrooms and leeks with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the grilled mushrooms and leeks as a side dish, appetizer, or main course.
Conclusion:
Grilled mushrooms and leeks are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. With their earthy flavor and tender texture, they are a great addition to any meal. Whether you are serving them as a side dish, appetizer, or main course, these grilled mushrooms and leeks are sure to impress. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy recipe that is packed with flavor, give this one a try.
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