Transform your mushrooms: A surprising twist with soy and balsamic
When you're craving mushrooms but can't make a trip to the woods, white button mushrooms are a lifesaver. One simple addition can transform their taste beyond recognition.
2:38 PM EDT, November 1, 2024
White button mushrooms, unlike their wild counterparts, are available year-round and won't break the bank. They're tasty, easy to prepare, and versatile. Enthusiasts of porcini and bay bolete might scoff at them due to their milder aroma, but a particular cooking technique can change that by frying them with an unexpected ingredient.
How to fry mushrooms
Mushrooms often have a milder flavor, but proper preparation can enhance their taste. The key to success is adjusting the pan's temperature correctly. A heated pan with oil or butter ensures the mushrooms don't become watery. However, mushrooms can also be prepared without added fat. It's important to fry them on high heat to maintain a golden color and crispness.
The best recipe for pan-fried mushrooms
This simple recipe lets you savor the taste of the forest, even without wild mushrooms. Mushrooms prepared without added fat can surprise you with their flavor, thanks to the right additions. Mushrooms absorb aromas and flavors like a sponge, which this recipe cleverly utilizes. Small mushrooms are ideal for this dish, and both white and brown varieties work well.
The addition of soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, and maple syrup can even win over skeptical mushroom eaters. Balsamic mushrooms are versatile and suitable for many occasions. They taste great hot as a side dish for dinner and can be enjoyed cold as a standalone snack. Serve them with bread, a baguette, or even toss them into a salad.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound of mushrooms
- 3 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of maple syrup
- 2 cloves of garlic
- Rosemary, thyme, oregano, to taste
- Salt and pepper
- Chopped parsley
Preparation method:
- Place washed and dried mushrooms in a heated pan.
- Add 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 2 teaspoons of mixed herbs.
- Cover and fry until the mushrooms are soft.
- Remove the lid and continue frying until the liquid evaporates.
- Add crushed garlic and fry a little longer.
- Mix 1 tablespoon each of balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, and maple syrup in a bowl.
- Immerse the fried mushrooms in the sauce.
A simple and tasty snack is ready. These mushrooms will delight you with their flavor, reminiscent of wild mushrooms. Enjoy!
