Romanian Marinated Mushrooms Recipe

Name: Romanian Marinated Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs bite sized mushrooms; 1/4 cup olive oil; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup sliced onion; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram; 3 bay leaves; 2 cups canned tomatoes (28-ounce can); 1/2 cup red wine vinegar; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne; salt; 1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional); 1 lemon, cut into wedges; chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

2 1/2 lbs bite sized mushrooms
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup sliced onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
3 bay leaves
2 cups canned tomatoes (28-ounce can)
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)
1 lemon, cut into wedges
chopped fresh parsley

1
Saute mushrooms in 1/4 cup olive oil until just tender.
2
Drain the mushrooms, toss with lemon juice and transfer to a bowl.
3
Add 2 Tbsp oil to the skillet and cook the onions until they begin to turn tranlucent.
4
Add the garlic and saute for a few more minutes until the onions are golden, but not browned.
5
Stir in the pepper, thyme, marjoram, and bay leaves and saute for another minute.
6
Drain the tomatoes and reserve 1/3 cup of juice. Coarsely chop the tomatoes and mix them into the onions along with the reserved tomato juice, vinegar, cayenne, salt and sugar.
7
Simmer on low heat, covered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8
Allow the marinade to cool for serveral minutes and then pour it over the mushrooms.
9
Chill, covered for at least 12 hours. Bring the mushrooms to room temperature before serving.
10
Garnish with lemon wedges and parsley.

437

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 lbs bite sized mushrooms, 1/4 cup olive oil, 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Romanian Marinated Mushrooms falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Romanian Marinated Mushrooms

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