Quick Mushroom Salad

Savor the earthy flavors of the forest with this Quick Mushroom Salad, featuring freshly harvested chanterelle mushrooms. Perfect as an appetizer or a light main course, this salad combines the vibrant colors of seasonal vegetables with the savory depth of quick-fried mushrooms. The dressing brings a zesty tang that highlights the mushrooms' umami.

Ingredients

🍄 200g Fresh chanterelle mushrooms, cleaned, rough chopped
🧄 2 cloves Garlic, minced
🧅 1 Medium onion, finely diced
🌿 Few sprigs of Fresh thyme, leaves removed and chopped
🌿 Few sprigs of Fresh rosemary, leaves removed and chopped
🫒 2 tablespoons Olive oil, from bottle with blue tree logo
🥂 1 tablespoon White wine vinegar, from bottle with gold cap
🥢 1 tablespoon Kikkoman Soy sauce
🍚 Pinch of Sugar
🧂 Salt
🌶️ Freshly ground black pepper
🥗 Mixed salad greens, fresh
🍅 150g Cherry tomatoes, halved
🌿 3 Radishes, thinly sliced
🥕 1 Carrot, peeled into ribbons
🍄 Marinated porcini mushrooms, optional for variety
🧀 Parmesan cheese, grated for garnish

Instructions

1- Prepare Ingredients:

• Clean and dry the chanterelles.
• Mince the garlic, and dice the onion.
• Remove thyme and rosemary leaves from sprigs and chop finely.
• Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice radishes thinly, and use a peeler to create thin carrot ribbons.

2- Heat the Pan:

• Place a stainless-steel frying pan with a dark non-stick coating on high heat.
• Add olive oil and heat until it begins to shimmer.

3- Sauté the Aromatics and Mushrooms:

• Add minced garlic, diced onion, thyme, and rosemary to the pan.
• Stir briefly until aromatic, then add the chopped chanterelles.
• Fry until golden brown and fragrant.

4- Deglaze and Season:

• Pour in the white wine vinegar and Kikkoman soy sauce.
• Add a pinch of sugar, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
• Allow the mixture to caramelize slightly.

5- Assemble the Salad:

• Arrange a bed of various fresh salad greens on a serving plate.
• Distribute the sliced tomatoes, radishes, and carrot ribbons over the greens.

6- Serve the Mushrooms:

• Spoon the fried chanterelles and any remaining sauce over the salad.
• Add marinated porcini mushrooms if desired.
• Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.

Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20-25 minutes
Servings: 2-3
Equipment: White plastic cutting board, Chef's knives, Stainless steel frying pan with non-stick coating, Stainless steel mixing and small ceramic bowls, Stainless steel spoons, Built-in induction cooktop

Creamy Chanterelle Sauce

Elevate your main dishes with this Creamy Chanterelle Sauce, perfect for pairing with potato pancakes, pasta, or barley. The addition of fresh thyme and rich cheeses complements the delicate taste of the chanterelles, creating a luxurious and flavorful sauce.

Ingredients

🍄 200g Fresh chanterelle mushrooms, cleaned, rough chopped
🧅 1 Medium onion, finely diced
🧄 2 cloves Garlic, minced
🌿 Few sprigs of Fresh thyme, leaves removed and chopped
🫒 2 tablespoons Olive oil
🥢 1 tablespoon Kikkoman Soy sauce
🧂 Salt
🌶️ Freshly ground black pepper
🥛 200ml Heavy cream
🧀 100g Processed cheese / Cream cheese
🧀 Parmesan cheese, grated for garnish

Instructions

1- Prepare Ingredients:

• Mince garlic and finely dice onion.
• Chop thyme leaves.

2- Sauté Aromatics:

• Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
• Add onion, garlic, and thyme.
• Sauté until softened and fragrant.

3- Add Mushrooms and Season:

• Increase heat to medium-high and add chanterelle mushrooms.
• Cook until browned.
• Season with soy sauce, salt, and pepper.

4- Add Cream and Cheese:

• Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
• Stir in processed cheese, mixing until melted and sauce thickens.

5- Finish and Serve:

• Stir in grated Parmesan cheese.
• Serve hot over your choice of accompaniment.

Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20-25 minutes
Equipment: White plastic cutting board, Chef's knives, Stainless steel frying pan with non-stick coating, Stainless steel mixing and small ceramic bowls, Stainless steel spoons, Built-in induction cooktop

Cooking Tips:

• Use fresh and high-quality chanterelles for the best flavor.
• For a creamier sauce, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or full-fat milk.
• When frying mushrooms, avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure they brown properly.

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Quick Mushroom Salad