Mushroom Caviar Recipe

Wow your guests with this sophisticated and surprisingly easy Mushroom Caviar! This elegant appetizer, perfect for parties or a special dinner, features earthy mushrooms in a creamy, flavorful sauce. Serve it atop crisp lettuce leaves with cucumber rounds or toasted baguette slices for a stunning presentation.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 173.6 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Mushroom Caviar

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How to Make Mushroom Caviar

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and sauté for 1 minute until softened.
  2. Add 1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced, 2 cloves garlic, minced, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg.
  3. Continue to sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until mushrooms are very soft and have released their liquid. Stir occasionally.
  4. Add 1/4 cup dry vermouth and cook for 1 minute, allowing the alcohol to evaporate slightly. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  5. Stir in 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  6. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled on lettuce leaves with cucumber slices or toasted baguette rounds.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

45g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mushroom Caviar?

Mushroom Caviar takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mushroom Caviar?

Mushroom Caviar has approximately 173.6 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 24 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mushroom Caviar?

The key ingredients for Mushroom Caviar are Butter, Onions, Mushroom, Garlic Clove, Nutmeg, Dry Vermouth. See the full list with measurements above.

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