Garlic Mushrooms with Crostini
Garlic Mushrooms with Crostini is a simple dish that delivers plenty of flavour with very little effort. Crisp golden crostini provide the perfect contrast to the juicy mushrooms and fragrant garlic. It works equally well as a starter, sharing platter, or light meal.
Garlic Mushrooms with Crostini is a simple dish that delivers plenty of flavour with very little effort. Crisp golden crostini provide the perfect contrast to the juicy mushrooms and fragrant garlic. It works equally well as a starter, sharing platter, or light meal.
Servings 4 Portions
Ingredients
- 500 g chestnut mushrooms sliced
- 1 large French baguette
- 4 cloves garlic finely minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
Larder Essentials:
- salt
- black pepper
- butter optional
Instructions
Prepare the Crostini:
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (170°C fan).
- Slice the baguette into 1cm thick rounds. Arrange the slices on a baking tray. Brush lightly with a little olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.1 large French baguette, salt, black pepper
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until golden and crisp. Turn the slices halfway through cooking for even browning.
Cook the Mushrooms:
- Heat the remaining olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.3 tbsp olive oil
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 6 to 8 minutes. Stir occasionally until they release their moisture and begin to brown.500 g chestnut mushrooms
Add the Garlic:
- Reduce the heat slightly. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir continuously to prevent the garlic from burning.4 cloves garlic
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.salt, black pepper
Finish the Dish:
- Remove the pan from the heat. Stir through the chopped parsley. If desired, add a small knob of butter for extra richness.2 tbsp fresh parsley, butter
Serve:
- Arrange the warm crostini on a serving platter. Spoon the garlic mushrooms over the crostini just before serving, or serve the mushrooms in a bowl alongside the crostini so guests can help themselves.
Notes
My Tips:
Chestnut mushrooms provide a deeper flavour, but button mushrooms also work well.
Add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for extra freshness.
A sprinkle of grated Parmesan can add a savoury finish.
Serve as a starter, light lunch, or party appetiser.
Nutrition
Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 56mg | Potassium: 593mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 169IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1mg
