Experience the festive flavors of Germany right in your kitchen with this delightful recipe for German Christmas Market Mushrooms with Garlic Sauce. This dish captures the essence of holiday markets, featuring sautéed mushrooms bathed in a creamy garlic sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or a side dish, it’s sure to impress your guests during the festive season.
Ingredients
For the Mushrooms:
- 400 grams of fresh mushrooms (preferably button or cremini)
- 4 tablespoons sunflower oil
- 1 onion, julienned
- 4 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- 30 grams of butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian herbs (or dried thyme)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
For the Garlic Sauce:
- 200 ml Greek yogurt (or crème fraîche)
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 2 cloves of garlic, pressed
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chili flakes (optional, to taste)
- 1 teaspoon agave syrup (or honey)
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon chives, chopped
Grocery List
- Fresh mushrooms (400 grams)
- Sunflower oil (4 tablespoons)
- Onion (1)
- Garlic (6 cloves total)
- Butter (30 grams)
- Salt
- Pepper
- Smoked paprika (1 teaspoon)
- Italian herbs (1 teaspoon)
- Fresh parsley (a bunch)
- Greek yogurt or crème fraîche (200 ml)
- Mayonnaise (1 tablespoon)
- Chili flakes (optional)
- Agave syrup or honey (1 teaspoon)
- Chives (a small bunch)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Mushrooms
- Clean the Mushrooms: Wipe the mushrooms with a clean cloth to remove any dirt. Avoid washing them under water to prevent them from absorbing moisture.
Step 2: Sauté the Mushrooms
- Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat the sunflower oil over medium-high heat.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add the mushrooms in a single layer and cook without stirring for about 5–7 minutes until they are golden brown on one side. This allows them to caramelize beautifully.
- Add Onions and Garlic: Once browned, add the julienned onion and finely chopped garlic to the skillet. Sauté for another 3 minutes until the onions are translucent.
Step 3: Make the Garlic Sauce
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, pressed garlic, salt, pepper, chili flakes (if using), agave syrup, chopped parsley, and chives.
- Blend Well: Stir until smooth and adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 4: Serve
- Plate the Dish: Arrange the sautéed mushrooms on a serving plate. You can either drizzle the garlic sauce over them or serve it on the side for dipping.
- Garnish: Optionally garnish with additional parsley or chives.
Cooking Time
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Nutritional Information (per serving based on 4 servings)
- Calories: Approximately 202 kcal
- Protein: 5 g
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugars: 4 g
- Sodium: 55 mg
- Potassium: 494 mg
Useful Tips and Notes
- Mushroom Selection: Choose smaller mushrooms for better texture; if using larger ones, consider quartering them.
- Sauce Variations: For a dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt with dairy-free sour cream.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair these mushrooms with slices of crusty bread or serve alongside other festive dishes.
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Happy cooking and Frohe Weihnachten! Enjoy this mouth-watering dish that brings the joy of German Christmas markets right to your home!
