10 Min
GF
Roasted Oyster Mushrooms with Corn Raita
There are many good reasons to eat mushrooms - they’re low in calories, naturally anti-inflammatory, high in vitamins and antioxidants and burst with flavor. Oyster mushrooms in particular contain ergothioneine, a unique antioxidant that promotes cell growth in our bodies. In traditional Chinese medicine, they have been used as a tonic for the immune system for thousands of years. The white mushrooms resemble oysters, have a sweet earth fragrance and can be found growing in the wild on dead or fallen trees. I have experimented with dozens of ways to cook them, but at home, oven roasting is the way to go. They will cook through and hold their shape beautifully and, if over- cooked slightly, may collapse - but fear not, they will still taste delicious. Cardamom here gives oyster mushrooms a fragrant finish to offset the earthy notes, and the grilled corn raita supplies a fitting creamy finish. The mushrooms may be served warm or at room temperature.
There are many good reasons to eat mushrooms - they’re low in calories, naturally anti-inflammatory, high in vitamins and antioxidants and burst with flavor. Oyster mushrooms in particular contain ergothioneine, a unique antioxidant that promotes cell growth in our bodies. In traditional Chinese medicine, they have been used as a tonic for the immune system for thousands of years. The white mushrooms resemble oysters, have a sweet earth fragrance and can be found growing in the wild on dead or fallen trees. I have experimented with dozens of ways to cook them, but at home, oven roasting is the way to go. They will cook through and hold their shape beautifully and, if over- cooked slightly, may collapse - but fear not, they will still taste delicious. Cardamom here gives oyster mushrooms a fragrant finish to offset the earthy notes, and the grilled corn raita supplies a fitting creamy finish. The mushrooms may be served warm or at room temperature.
10 Minutes
2
Mushrooms:
Corn Raita:
Notes & Variations
- The mushrooms can also be chopped up and added to a salad or sandwich
- If there are no large mushrooms to be found, use smaller ones and reduce the cooking time.
- If no grill or open flame, either boil the ears in salted water for 3 to 5 minutes or wrap them in foil and roast in a 350°F oven for 15 minutes.
Mushrooms:
Corn Raita:
Notes & Variations
- The mushrooms can also be chopped up and added to a salad or sandwich
- If there are no large mushrooms to be found, use smaller ones and reduce the cooking time.
- If no grill or open flame, either boil the ears in salted water for 3 to 5 minutes or wrap them in foil and roast in a 350°F oven for 15 minutes.
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