Smoky Roasted Mushroom Medley (Printable Version)

Assorted mushrooms roasted with smoked paprika, cumin, and fresh herbs for a smoky, umami-packed side dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Mushrooms

01 - 9 oz cremini mushrooms, cleaned and halved
02 - 9 oz shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, caps halved or quartered
03 - 7 oz oyster mushrooms, torn into large pieces

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

04 - 1 medium red onion, sliced
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Seasonings

06 - 3 tbsp olive oil
07 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
09 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
10 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
11 - 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

→ Finishing Touches

12 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
13 - 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
14 - 1 tsp lemon zest
15 - 1 tbsp lemon juice

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine all mushrooms, red onion, and garlic.
03 - Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with smoked paprika, cumin, black pepper, salt, and cayenne. Toss until evenly coated.
04 - Spread the mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until mushrooms are golden, tender, and slightly crisp at the edges.
06 - Remove from the oven. Immediately toss with parsley, thyme, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
07 - Serve hot or warm as a side dish or atop grains.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of three mushroom varieties creates incredible texture variety from meaty cremini to delicate oyster mushrooms
  • Smoked paprika and cumin give these mushrooms a savory depth that makes even dedicated meat lovers ask for seconds
  • Everything roasts on one sheet pan so you get maximum flavor with minimal cleanup
02 -
  • Crowding the baking sheet is the quickest way to end up with steamed mushrooms instead of roasted ones so spread them out
  • Letting the mushrooms rest for a few minutes after tossing with the lemon allows the flavors to meld together beautifully
03 -
  • A splash of liquid smoke added with the olive oil takes the smoky flavor to the next level without much effort
  • Stirring halfway through roasting is nonnegotiable for even caramelization on all sides of the mushrooms

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