Romanian Mushrooms In Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Romanian Mushrooms In Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1 lb cremini mushrooms or 1 lb other mushroom; 3 tablespoons olive oil or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 -3 cloves garlic, minced; 3/4 teaspoon paprika; 2 cups peeled seeded and chopped plum tomatoes (about 1 pound); 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, about; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 cup dry red wine; 1/4 teaspoon crushed chili flakes or 1 dried red chili

Servings: persons

1 1 lb cremini mushrooms or 1 lb other mushroom
3 tablespoons olive oil or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 -3 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 teaspoon paprika
2 cups peeled seeded and chopped plum tomatoes (about 1 pound)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/4 teaspoons salt, about
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup dry red wine
1/4 teaspoon crushed chili flakes or 1 dried red chili

1
Small mushrooms, leave whole.
2
Slice the big ones into large pieces with the stems intact.
3
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
4
Add the onion and garlic and saute until soft and translucent, 5 to 10 minutes.
5
Add the mushrooms and saute until slightly tender, about 15 minutes.
6
Stir in the paprika and saute for 1 minute.
7
Add the tomatoes, oregano, salt, and sugar, bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes.
8
Add the wine and chili and simmer until the mushrooms are tender and the sauce thickens, about 20 minutes.
9
Serve warm as an accompaniment to mamaliga (cornmeal mush) or pasta.

224

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1 lb cremini mushrooms or 1 lb other mushroom, 3 tablespoons olive oil or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 -3 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Romanian Mushrooms In Tomato Sauce falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Romanian Mushrooms In Tomato Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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