Balsamic Garlic Grilled Mushroom Skewers Recipe
These Balsamic Garlic Grilled Mushroom Skewers are a simple yet flavorful vegetarian appetizer or side dish. Marinated in a tangy balsamic and garlic mixture, the mushrooms are grilled to perfection, delivering a tender texture with a delicious smoky char. Perfect for outdoor barbecues or a quick stovetop grill pan, these skewers highlight the earthy flavor of mushrooms enhanced by savory herbs and a hint of soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Mushrooms
- 2 pounds mushrooms, sliced 1/4 inch thick
Marinade
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari)
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine the balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, chopped garlic, chopped thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well to mix all flavors evenly.
- Marinate the mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated thoroughly. Cover and let marinate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Skewer the mushrooms: Thread the marinated mushroom slices onto skewers, spacing them slightly to ensure even cooking.
- Grill the skewers: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until mushrooms are tender and show slight char marks.
- Serve: Remove the skewers from the grill and serve immediately as an appetizer or side dish.
Notes
- Use fresh, firm mushrooms like cremini or button mushrooms for best texture.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- Adjust salt and soy sauce amounts if you prefer a less salty marinade.
- These skewers can also be cooked on a stovetop grill pan if an outdoor grill is unavailable.
- Marinating longer (up to 1 hour) can result in deeper flavor absorption.
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