35 mushroom recipes for you to rock the kitchen

Mushrooms are already part of the diet of many people, especially those who do not eat meat and/or those who try to follow a healthy diet as much as possible. The most popular, today, are certainly shitake and shimeji, in addition to the Paris mushroom (champignon).

Maria Luiza S. Moura, functional nutritionist, comments that mushrooms (which are edible) can be consumed daily and offer health benefits. “They are a good option for vegetarians – as they can be substituted for meat in some recipes –; They have a good amount of protein and fiber, in addition to having a low fat content, being even a suggestion for people who are in a weight loss process”.

“By containing proteins, mushrooms help in tissue maintenance. As they are sources of fiber, they help in the proper functioning of the intestine, help to control cholesterol and can also promote weight loss, by reducing the absorption of fats and promoting greater satiety”, adds Maria Luiza.

Tasty, mushrooms can be used in cold or hot preparations and are super versatile.

Check out good recipes below – some simpler, some more elaborate – and include these delicious foods in your diet!

Recipes with shimeji mushrooms

1. Easy shimeji: tasty, shimeji has few calories and is very easy to prepare. It is usually found for sale in trays, it comes in “blocks” all stuck together, looking like a cauliflower. The first thing to do is separate the “petals”, for that, just pull with your hands.

2. Shimeji in butter: snack tip for when you’re hosting friends at home, for example. It goes well with a cold beer, even. You will use the shimeji, unsalted butter, soy sauce, oyster sauce (optional) and chives.

3. Shimeji risotto: tasty recipe, for lunch or dinner for two, for example. If desired, shimeji can be substituted for Paris mushroom, shitake or funghi.

4. Shimeji no papelote: very tasty and easy to make. Just rice to go with it! You can use butter or margarine, but this recipe uses oil when baking and then suggests finishing with a drizzle of olive oil or toasted sesame oil.

5. Escondidinho de shimeji: a more elaborate dish with the mushroom, but without losing the practicality. In the recipe, yam was used instead of cassava. But, it is possible to make the escondidinho with cassava, yams, yams, and even with potatoes, just choose which tuber you prefer!

6. Mini squash with shimeji and ricotta: it results in a healthy, tasty and presentable dish. To accompany, the tip is a green salad.

7. Shimeji, shitake and broccoli stew: the recipe gains a lot of flavor with both types of mushrooms and more color with broccoli. Roasted sesame oil adds an oriental touch. Tip for a quick and healthy dinner!

8. Shimeji burger: crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, the promise is a burger with incomparable texture and flavor. It takes a lot of ingredients and takes a little while to get ready, but in the end it’s worth the effort.

9. Pasta with shimeji sauce: pasta is always a wildcard for days when you don’t have much time (or patience) to cook. This recipe is just a tip to innovate the dish, in a simple way.

10. Shimeji, brie and green grapes risotto: the combination of shimeji with green grapes is exotic and perfect. In addition to these ingredients, you will use arborio rice, onion, butter, white wine, vegetable broth, grated parmesan, chopped brie cheese, salt, pepper and nutmeg.

11. Shimeji and pumpkin kebab: simple and tasty vegetarian kebab. Good variation for everyday life, and can perfectly accompany a chicken fillet or grilled fish. For vegetarians, it goes great with a green salad.

12. Pumpkin stuffed with shimeji and mignon: good tip for when you’re having friends over. You will use minimorangas, shimeji, butter, catupiry, mignon, onion, cream, soy sauce and vegetable oil.

shiitake mushroom recipes

13. Pasta with shitake, shimeji and nirá: a light, healthy and quick recipe. Excellent option for vegetarians or vegans (in this case, you should replace the butter with olive oil). Good tip also for those who follow the “meatless Monday”.

14. Mignon and shitake risotto: great combination, which results in a delicious dish, a good tip for a weekend lunch. For those who do not eat meat, the fillet can be excluded and the recipe will remain delicious.

15. Salty shitake mousse: perfect recipe for those who like mushrooms and want to make a different appetizer or starter. It’s easy to make and can be prepared in advance to host friends.

16. Bobó de shitake: dish without meat, different and tasty. The recipe makes for four people who eat well. To accompany, the good old rice (can be white, wholegrain).

17. Shiitake and gorgonzola risotto: vegetarian suggestion, tip for the “meatless Monday”. You will use arborio rice, porcini secchi (optional), shitake secchi, vegetable broth, dry red wine, onion, garlic, olive oil, butter and gorgonzola cheese. The result is a delicious, flavorful dish.

18. Shiitake sauce: perfect for a good pasta. You will need dehydrated shitake, cream, salt, butter, onion and grated parmesan (to accompany the pasta).

19. Broccoli with shitake: light, easy and quick recipe for days when you don’t have much time or desire to cook. You will only use small broccoli, fresh shitake, butter, soy sauce, olive oil and black pepper.

20. Shiitake and vegetable yakisoba: Chinese dish well known in Brazil, in this case, it doesn’t have meat. The recipe requires a little patience, but the result is great. You will use soba or noodles for yakisoba, shitake, ninja broccoli, green beans, carrots, chard, vegetable broth, garlic, cornstarch, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt and sugar.

21. Pumpkin and shitake soup: recipe for a creamy pumpkin and shitake soup, seasoned with ginger and soy sauce, and with a touch of toasted sesame oil. A delight for cold days.

22. Noodles with spinach and shitake: it’s delicious with a white oat sauce. It is a complete dish, different and very tasty. Good suggestion for a Sunday lunch.

23. Shitake roasted in green coconut: a different presentation. The income is for two people. You will only use fresh shitake, coconut milk and salt. You should drink coconut water and remove the “lid” from it. Then the mushrooms and other ingredients will be placed inside the coconut.

24. Shiitake and eggplant salad: healthy and summery recipe. You will use arugula, shitake, almonds, Dijon mustard, asparagus, olive oil, salt, pepper, soy sauce and eggplant.

Recipes with mushroom Paris (champignon)

25. Zucchini, coalho cheese and mushroom quiche: it’s not difficult to make, it’s different and it’s delicious. The dough used was the same made for a chicken pie, also easy to prepare and very tasty.

26. Chicken and mushroom rice: it is not called risotto because it uses common rice, but it is very creamy, similar to a risotto. Good tip for a weekend lunch.

27. Paris Mushroom Bruschetta: Crispy and very easy to make. Ideal for serving as a starter at lunch and dinner. You can also serve them with a green salad or potato soup.

28. Paris Mushroom Risotto: Recipe without any animal protein and incredibly delicious. You just need arborio rice, vegetable broth, onion, Paris mushroom, cheese, a little sparkling wine, butter, olive oil, salt and pepper.

28. Baked fish with mushrooms: a fish made in the oven topped with a mixture of mushrooms, onions, garlic, herbs and tomatoes sautéed in olive oil. It’s different and delicious.

30. Marinated Paris Mushroom: type of recipe that can be prepared in advance, which makes “the logistics” much simpler on party days, or even at a little dinner with friends. Mushrooms must be prepared at least one day before serving. After that time in the fridge, the flavor becomes more refined and they will be ready to be eaten with toast or to add to salads.

31. Stuffed Paris mushroom: perfect recipe to serve as a starter in a nice dinner. The mushrooms look beautiful, with a sophisticated air and the preparation is very fast. It’s also a good follow-up option.

32. Paris mushroom frittata: tasty, practical and healthy option. It can be accompanied by a good salad of leaves and cherry tomatoes. Yield is 1 frying pan of about 15 cm in diameter.

33. Zucchini and mushroom risotto: the combination of zucchini and mushrooms results in a perfection of flavors. The recipe yields four well-served servings.

34. Palm heart and mushroom risotto: the combination of heart of palm and mushrooms is great, even more so when placed in a risotto. To accompany, a dry red wine. Good suggestion for a winter night.

35. Mushrooms Paris Milanese: the recipe serves one to two people. Large Paris mushrooms were used as a side dish. But, you can also bread the small ones and serve both as a side dish and as a starter.

36. Chicken fillet with mushroom sauce: easy to make, delicious and with simple ingredients. It gains a more sophisticated air because of the champignons. It’s a delicious dish for a family lunch, for example.

These and other delicious mushroom recipes can be included on your menu whenever you want a more elegant and different dish. Versatile, they still offer health benefits when consumed correctly (with the recommendation of a nutritionist, preferably). Enjoy your food!