Description
Silky garlic mushroom sandwich invites bold flavors between rustic bread slices. Rich umami notes and herbal accents create a satisfying midday meal you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 250 grams (8.8 ounces) mushrooms, sliced
- 8 slices sourdough bread
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Extra butter for grilling
Instructions
- Sauté sliced mushrooms in hot oil until they develop a rich, golden-brown color and release their natural moisture.
- Incorporate minced garlic, butter, chili flakes, and dried oregano into the mushroom mixture, enhancing the flavor profile with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
- Season the mushroom blend with salt and freshly ground black pepper, stirring to distribute the seasonings evenly.
- Blend shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses in a separate bowl to create a creamy, melting cheese mixture.
- Arrange bread slices on a clean surface, generously spreading the mixed cheese across two slices.
- Layer the sautéed garlic mushrooms atop the cheese, ensuring an even distribution of the flavorful filling.
- Crown the sandwich with the remaining bread slices, pressing gently to secure the layers.
- Generously butter the exterior of each sandwich, creating a golden, crisp exterior when grilled.
- Place sandwiches in a preheated skillet over medium heat, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the bread turns a deep golden brown.
- Carefully flip the sandwiches and continue grilling for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring the cheese melts completely and the bread achieves a uniform crispness.
Notes
- Elevate mushroom flavor by using a mix of wild and button mushrooms for deeper, more complex taste.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like gruyere or goat cheese to create unique flavor profiles.
- Toast bread slightly before assembling to prevent sogginess and add extra crunch to the sandwich.
- Reduce carbs by using lettuce wraps or low-carb bread alternatives for a lighter version of the sandwich.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg