Description
This Simple Marinated Mushrooms recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish featuring fresh button or cremini mushrooms marinated in a tangy mixture of olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, and herbs. The mushrooms absorb the bright, savory marinade for a delicious bite that can be served chilled or warmed.
Ingredients
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For the Marinade
- 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
Mushrooms
- 1 pound Fresh Mushrooms (Button or cremini), cleaned gently with a damp paper towel
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all necessary ingredients and tools including a cutting board, knife, mixing bowl, and airtight container.
- Clean Mushrooms: Wipe the mushrooms gently with a damp paper towel to remove any dirt, avoiding rinsing under water to maintain their texture.
- Trim and Slice: Trim the stems off the mushrooms for uniform size; slice larger mushrooms for even marination.
- Make Marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Combine Mushrooms and Marinade: Add the cleaned mushrooms to the marinade and toss gently to coat all pieces evenly.
- Marinate: Transfer the coated mushrooms to an airtight container, pouring any remaining marinade over them.
- Refrigerate: Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably several hours or overnight to develop flavor.
- Serve: Serve the marinated mushrooms at room temperature or optionally warm them briefly in a skillet before serving.
- Garnish and Present: Transfer to a serving dish, drizzle with any remaining marinade, and garnish with fresh parsley or herbs if desired.
Notes
- Mushrooms absorb flavors best when marinated overnight.
- Do not rinse mushrooms under water to avoid sogginess; use a damp cloth instead.
- Can be served as a cold appetizer or slightly warmed if preferred.
- Use fresh herbs for a brighter flavor if available.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
