Tandoori Mushroom

Tandoori Mushroom is a flavorful Indian appetizer featuring marinated mushrooms grilled to perfection, offering a delightful smoky taste and vibrant color. This kosher dish is perfect for sharing and adds an exotic twist to your meal.

Ingredients

• Button mushrooms - 200 grams
• Plain yogurt - 100 grams
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cilantro - for garnish
• Oil - 1 tablespoon (for grilling)

Steps

1. Clean the button mushrooms and remove the stems.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the plain yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, ground cumin, ground coriander, garam masala, paprika, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
3. Add the cleaned mushrooms to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
4. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat and brush it lightly with oil.
5. Thread the marinated mushrooms onto skewers, leaving a little space between each mushroom.
6. Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the mushrooms are tender and slightly charred.
7. Remove from the grill and let cool for a minute before serving.
8. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants, mushrooms help boost the immune system.
• Low in calories, making them a great option for weight management.

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