Wild Mushroom Caviar
Elevate your appetizer game with this rustic and elegant Wild Mushroom Caviar, a flavorful spread that celebrates the earthy richness of mushrooms like chanterelles, porcini, or cremini. Sautéed with fragrant shallots, garlic, and thyme, then enhanced with a splash of dry white wine and creamy sour cream or crème fraîche, this dish strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and simplicity. Lightly pulsed for a satisfying texture, it’s ideal for spreading over crostini or pairing with your favorite crackers. Ready in just 40 minutes, this gourmet recipe is perfect for entertaining or as a delightful snack, making it a must-try for mushroom lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams wild mushrooms (such as chanterelles, porcini, or cremini)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 medium shallots, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 60 milliliters dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons sour cream or crème fraîche
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 batch crostini or crackers (for serving)
Instructions
Clean the wild mushrooms using a damp paper towel to remove any dirt. Chop them into small pieces.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the unsalted butter and olive oil, allowing the butter to melt.
Add the finely chopped shallots to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and thyme leaves, cooking for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped mushrooms to the skillet and stir well to coat them with the butter and oil. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their moisture and become golden brown.
Deglaze the skillet by pouring in the dry white wine. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the wine to evaporate.
Remove the skillet from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
Transfer the mushroom mixture to a food processor. Add the sour cream (or crème fraîche), parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Pulse the mixture a few times until you achieve a coarse paste. Be careful not to over-process; you want to retain some texture.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your liking.
Transfer the Wild Mushroom Caviar to a serving bowl. Garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired.
Serve with crostini or crackers as an appetizer. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
631 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.5 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.0 g | 100% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 77 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 1343 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.8 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1315 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
