Mushroom Caviar Spread

Name: Mushroom Caviar Spread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Russian
Ingredients: 1 lb cremini mushrooms, finely chopped; 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves; 2 tsp fresh lemon juice; 1 tsp apple cider vinegar; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped; as needed dark bread or crackers (for serving), sliced

A Russian vegan spread of finely chopped mushrooms cooked down with onion, garlic, and herbs until deeply savory and spreadable. Earthy and umami-rich, it is delicious on dark bread or crackers.

40 minEasyServes 6120 cal/serving

RussianAppetizerStovetopVeganLow CarbDairy-FreeEgg-FreeNut-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

1 lb cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
as needed dark bread or crackers (for serving), sliced

Instructions

1

Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium finely diced yellow onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, about 6 minutes.
2

Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
3

Add 1 lb finely chopped cremini mushrooms and raise the heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring frequently, until all the liquid released by the mushrooms has evaporated and the mixture is dry and slightly golden, about 12-15 minutes.
4

Add 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves and stir to combine. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
5

Remove from heat and stir in 2 tsp fresh lemon juice and 1 tsp apple cider vinegar. Taste and adjust seasoning.
6

Let cool slightly, then fold in 2 tbsp chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley. The spread can be served warm, at room temperature, or chilled.
7

Serve with dark bread or crackers (for serving).

Questions

Can I make Mushroom Caviar Spread gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is as needed dark bread or crackers (for serving), sliced. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Mushroom Caviar Spread keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Mushroom Caviar Spread?

Yes. As written it serves 6. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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