Description
Garlic mushrooms grilled on skewers with a savory garlic-herb marinade. This easy appetizer or side dish delivers bold flavor, tender texture, and a simple way to serve mushrooms for weeknight meals or healthy tapas spreads.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 pound button mushrooms, cleaned and stems trimmed
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the olive oil, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Add the minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and honey or maple syrup, then stir well to combine.
- Sprinkle in the dried thyme, dried rosemary, and smoked paprika, then season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Place the cleaned and trimmed button mushrooms in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
- Pour the marinade over the mushrooms, making sure each mushroom gets coated evenly. Seal the bag or cover the dish.
- Let the mushrooms marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the mushrooms from the marinade and thread them onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each mushroom.
- Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally so they cook evenly on all sides.
- Remove the grilled mushrooms from the grill, let them cool slightly, and serve.
Notes
- Choose firm, fresh mushrooms for the best texture and flavor. Avoid mushrooms that are slimy or have dark spots.
- Try to use mushrooms that are roughly the same size so they cook evenly. Cut larger mushrooms in half if needed.
- Marinate the mushrooms longer, up to 2 to 3 hours or overnight, for deeper flavor.
- Brush the grill grates with oil before cooking to help prevent sticking.
- Keep the grill at medium-high heat and adjust as needed to prevent flare-ups or burning.
- Leave some space between the mushrooms on the skewers so heat can circulate evenly.
- Sprinkle fresh herbs such as basil, cilantro, or chives over the mushrooms before serving for extra flavor.
- Customize the marinade with other herbs and spices, or add hot sauce or grated ginger for a different twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving