Mushroom Bolognese By Sarah Di Lorenzo

Mushroom Bolognese By Sarah Di Lorenzo

Mushroom Bolognese By Sarah Di Lorenzo

Ingredients

600 g Australian flat mushrooms, finely chopped by hand or pulsed briefly in a food processor
1 Large brown onion, finely diced
4 Garlic cloves, crushed and
2 Medium carrots, finely diced
2 Celery stalks, finely diced
3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp Tomato paste
1 can Crushed tomato (400g)
½ cup Beef stock
1 tbsp Tamari
1 tsp Dried oregano
1 tsp Dried thyme
1 Sprig of fresh rosemary
400 g Wholegrain pasta or lentil pasta, cooked to packet instructions
1 pinch Sea salt and cracked pepper
1 Small handful of fresh basil or flat leaf parsley (to finish)
2 tbsp Parmesan or nutritional yeast (to finish)

Directions

Heat 2 tbsp of 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a wide heavy-based pan over high heat until shimmering. Add half the 600 grams Australian flat mushrooms, finely chopped by hand or pulsed briefly in a food processor in a single layer, do not crowd the pan. This is the golden rule of mushroom cooking. Leave without stirring for 2 full minutes until deeply golden on the base, then stir and cook for another 8 minutes

Transfer to a bowl and repeat with the remaining mushrooms. The caramelisation happening in this pan right now is where all the flavour lives.

In the same pan reduce heat to medium. Add remaining 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil and cook 1 large brown onion, finely diced, 2 medium carrots, finely diced, and 2 celery stalks, finely diced for 9 minutes until completely soft and sweet. Add 4 garlic cloves, crushed and rested 10 minutes and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp dried thyme, and 1 sprig fresh rosemary.

Add 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 4 minutes stirring constantly, until it darkens slightly and smells rich and caramelised. This concentrates the tomato and adds the depth that develops the rich, complex sauce. Pour in 0.5 cups cup low salt beef or vegetable stock and let it bubble and reduce by half, about 2 minutes.

Return the caramelised mushrooms to the pan. Add 1 can crushed tomatoes (400g) and 1 tbsp low salt soy sauce or tamari. Stir everything together and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook uncovered for 20 minutes until the sauce is rich, thick, and deeply coloured. Remove the rosemary sprig. Season with 1 pinch sea salt and cracked black pepper.

Toss the hot 400 grams wholegrain pasta or lentil pasta, cooked to packet instructions through the bolognese sauce until every strand is coated. Divide between bowls. Finish with 1 small handful fresh basil or flat leaf parsley (to finish) and 2 tbsp parmesan or nutritional yeast (to finish). Serve immediately.

Mushroom Cheesesteak by Snacc Boss Raph Rashid

Mushroom Cheesesteak by Snacc Boss Raph Rashid

Mushroom Cheesesteak by Snacc Boss Raph Rashid

Ingredients

1 Capsicum
2 Jalapeños
1 Large Australian portobello mushroom
1 White onion, thinly sliced
30 ml Neutral Oil
Steak seasoning
5 g Smoked paprika
5 g Garlic powder
5 g Onion powder
5 g Black pepper, coarsely ground
5 g Salt
4 Slices provolone cheese
2 Slices American cheese
2 Long rolls
40 g Garlic butter
Hot sauce, optional

Directions

Char the capsicum and jalapeños over open flame or on a hotplate. Turn with tongs until completely blackened all over. Transfer to a bowl and cover tightly with cling wrap. Leave to steam for 15 minutes.

Peel the blackened skin off the peppers and jalapeños, it should slide off easily. Remove seeds and stems. Tear or slice into strips. Set aside.

Combine all steak seasoning ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.

Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add a splash of neutral oil. Lay the portobello mushroom whole into the pan and leave it alone for 5–6 minutes until deeply coloured on one side. Remove, slice, then add back to the pan with the white onions. Season with steak seasoning and grill together until the onions are soft and slightly caramelised.

Lay the charred pepper and jalapeño strips over the mushroom and onion mix. Lay cheeses directly on top to cover everything. Let melt.

Generously butter the buns and grill on a hotplate or skillet until golden.

Load the cheesy mushroom mix into the toasted buns and serve with hot sauce if you like.

Mushroom Makhani by Snacc Boss Raph Rashid

Mushroom Makhani by Snacc Boss Raph Rashid

Mushroom Makhani by Snacc Boss Raph Rashid

Ingredients

Marinated Mushrooms
600 g Australian Cup Mushrooms, quartered
8 g Kashmiri Chilli Powder
6 g Garam Masala
5 g Ground Coriander
4 g Garlic Powder
6 g Salt
20 ml Neutral Oil e.g. Vegetable
Makhani Sauce
100 g Unsalted Butter
1 Large Brown Onions, diced
4 Cloves Garlic, minced
600 Ripe Tomatoes, roughly chopped
4 Whole Cardamom Pods
8 g Kashmiri Chilli Powder
6 g Ground Coriander
5 g Salt
50 Tomato Paste
8 g Sugar
8 g Dried Fenugreek Leaves (Kasuri Methi)
150 ml Thickened Cream
20 g Cold Butter
To serve
2 Puff Pastry Sheets, cut in half
200 g Full-fat Greek Yoghurt
1 Lebanese Cucumber, grated
Squeeze of Lemon Juice
1 Red Onion, thinly sliced
20 g Fresh Coriander

Directions

Marinate the mushrooms: Toss the mushrooms with half the kashmiri chilli powder, garam masala, ground coriander, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and oil until evenly coated. Set aside for 30 minutes at room temp.

Build the sauce base: Melt the butter in a heavy pot over medium heat. Add the cardamom pods and sizzle 30 seconds. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook another 2 minutes.

Cook down the tomatoes: Add the tomatoes, remaining kashmiri chilli powder, ground coriander, and salt. Stir well and cook uncovered on low-medium heat until the tomatoes completely break down and the sauce is thick and deep red — around 15–20 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook 2 minutes.

Finish the sauce: Remove the cardamom pods. Add the cream and stir through. Blend until completely smooth. Add back to the pot and stir in the sugar. Crush the dried fenugreek leaves between your palms and stir through. Finish with the cold butter. Taste and adjust salt and sugar. Keep warm on low.

Cook the mushrooms: Get a skillet or frypan hot over high heat with a little oil. Cook the mushrooms in a single layer — don’t crowd. Leave them alone for 2 minutes to get colour, then toss. You want charred edges and a meaty texture. Cook in batches if needed.

Make the yoghurt: Combine the greek yoghurt with the grated cucumber and a squeeze of lemon juice. Set aside.

Grill the pastry: Heat a grill pan or heavy skillet over low-medium heat. Place the pastry sheets directly on the dry pan and grill until puffed, charred in spots and cooked through — about 3 minutes per side. Each sheet cuts into 2 wraps.

Assemble: Place the mushrooms onto the flaky pastry and smother in sauce. Top with cucumber yoghurt, thinly sliced red onion and fresh coriander.

Notes:

Ripe tomatoes matter — the riper the better. If yours are average, the extra tomato paste will help.

Let the puff pastry come to room temp before grilling so it cooks evenly and doesn’t tear.

Machos by Snacc Boss Raph Rashid

Machos by Snacc Boss Raph Rashid

Machos by Snacc Boss Raph Rashid

Ingredients

600 g Australian Swiss brown mushrooms, roughly diced
1 Brown Onion, diced
4 cloves Garlic, minced
50 g Chipotle in adobe, chopped
8 g Smoked paprika
6 g Ground cumin
4 g Ground coriander
3 g Dried oregano
400 g Canned cherry tomatoes
200 g Black beans, drained & rinsed
30 ml Neutral oil
6 g Salt
300 g Corn chips
150 g Tasty or cheddar cheese, grated
150 g Sour cream
200 g Guacamole
40 g Pickled jalapeños
15 g Fresh coriander
2 Tomatoes, diced
2 Limes

Directions

Cook the base: Heat oil in a heavy pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft and golden, about 5–10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 2 more minutes.

Cook the mushrooms: Add the diced mushrooms and cook over medium heat for 10–12 minutes until they’ve released all their liquid and are deeply browned and reduced. Don’t rush this.

Build the chile: Add the chipotle in adobo, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, and oregano. Stir and cook 2–3 minutes. Add the tomato paste and fry off for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the canned tomatoes and black beans, stir well and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes or until thick and glossy. Season with salt.

Layer the chips: Spread the corn chips across a large tray or baking dish. Scatter the cheese over the top and place under a hot grill for 3 minutes until melted and bubbling.

Load and serve: Spoon the hot mushroom chile over the cheesy chips. Top with sour cream, guacamole, pickled jalapeños, diced tomato, and fresh coriander. Squeeze lime over the whole lot and serve immediately.

Mushroom Burger by Snacc Boss Raph Rashid

Mushroom Burger by Snacc Boss Raph Rashid

Mushroom Burger by Snacc Boss Raph Rashid

Ingredients

Mushroom
1 Large Portobello Mushroom
½ cup Plain Flour
½ tsp Dried Thyme
1 Egg, lightly beaten
½ cup Panko Breadcrumbs
¼ cup Fine Semolina
Salt & Pepper, to taste
Neutral Oil, for frying
To Assemble
1 Brioche or Milk Bun
1-2 Butter Lettuce Leaves
¼ cup Stracciatella Cheese
1 tbsp Tomato Relish
1-2 Slices of White Onion
1-2 Slices of Tomato

Directions

Make a few small slits on the top and bottom of the mushroom to help it cook evenly.

Mix flour, thyme, salt and pepper in a shallow bowl.

Dust the mushroom well in the seasoned flour.

Dip in the beaten egg.

Mix panko and semolina, then crumb the mushroom generously so it’s fully coated.

Heat oil in a deep pan or fryer to 170–180°C. Fry the mushroom until golden, crisp and cooked through. Drain on a rack or paper towel.

Grill or toast the bun.

Stack it up: butter lettuce, fried mushroom, Stracciatella, tomato relish, white onion and fresh tomato.

Serve immediately.