Recipe for marinated mushrooms | Cooking with Nana Ling

A delicious and versatile dish that will give your mushrooms a little kick.

These marinated mushrooms are made with pantry staples and either dried or fresh herbs.

It only takes 5 minutes to prepare and after 24 hours of rest your mushrooms are ready to taste with a delicious boost of flavor.

Great ways to enjoy marinated mushrooms

If you love mushrooms, then this Recipe for marinated mushrooms is a great way to enjoy this nutritious vegetable.

(Well, technically it’s more of a fungus than a plant, but mushrooms are broadly classified as a vegetable.)

Marinated mushrooms can be served chilled or at room temperatureand are great:

To prepare marinated mushrooms you will need:

For ingredient quantities, see the recipe card at the end of this post.

You can marinate any type of mushroom you like, but the following are particularly suitable for this preparation method:

Mushrooms (a popular choice for marinating due to their mild flavor and firm texture)
Portobello mushrooms (these larger mushrooms absorb flavors well)
Oyster mushrooms (tender mushrooms with a mild taste and texture).

Start by cleaning the mushrooms by wiping them with a damp paper towel or soft brush.

Trim the mushroom stems so they are about level with the caps.

Place the mushrooms in a shallow bowl.

Next, whisk together the remaining ingredients and pour over the mushrooms. Mix with a spoon to ensure all mushrooms are well coated.

Cover the bowl with cling film and place in the fridge.

Let your mushrooms marinate for at least 24 hours, stirring a few times during that time.

To serve, remove the mushrooms from the marinade with a slotted spoon and garnish with a fresh sprig of parsley, thyme, rosemary, tarragon or dill.

Q. Do you serve these straight from the fridge?

You can serve the marinated mushrooms at room temperature or chilled.

Q. How long do marinated mushrooms last?

They should keep for at least a few days in the fridge.

Clean the mushrooms by wiping them with a damp paper towel or soft brush.
Trim the mushroom stems so they are about level with the caps. Place mushrooms in a shallow bowl.
Whisk together the remaining ingredients and pour over the mushrooms. Mix with a spoon to ensure all mushrooms are well coated.
Cover the bowl with cling film and place in the fridge.
Leave to marinate for at least 24 hours, stirring frequently.
To serve, remove the mushrooms from the marinade with a slotted spoon and garnish with a fresh sprig of parsley, thyme, rosemary, tarragon or dill. Serve the marinated mushrooms at room temperature or chilled.