Shrimp Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms is a super easy, scrumptious appetizer that’s sure to impress your guests.
It’s funny how much your taste in food can change.
As a kid, I abhorred anything containing mushrooms.
Cream of mushroom soup was one of the most dreaded suppers.
I would sit at the table for ages after Mom and Dad and my older sisters were finished, picking at my soup.
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Now, when I learn that a dish is made with mushrooms, I get excited.
They just add an extra something special that’s hard to put my finger on.
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It’s also funny how your taste in food can remain the same throughout the years.
For example, I’ve always hated margarine and loved butter.
I still disdain watermelon.
And I’ve always loved anything with shrimp.
The flavor is so distinct, hinting at seafood without being fishy.
These Shrimp Stuffed Mushrooms have a wonderful depth of flavor from all of the delicious ingredients:
- portobello mushrooms
- shrimp
- fresh basil
- rosemary
- extra virgin olive oil
- parmesan cheese
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Reuben told me that he’d like to eat a pan of just the stuffing.
I disagree: the mushrooms add a wonderful accent! And they make such a pretty appetizer.
He also suggested that cream cheese would be a good addition.
That sounds amazing to me.
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Shrimp Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Shrimp Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms is a super easy, scrumptious appetizer that's sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 3 large cloves of garlic
- 6 ounces cooked shrimp
- 2/3 cups fresh breadcrumbs made from French bread
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (I used homemade, which was a little runny, so I used slightly less than 1/4 cup)
- 8 (2- to 2 1/2 inch) Portobello mushrooms, stems and dark gills removed with a spoon
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat.
- Add the onion, basil, and rosemary.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are nice and soft, about 5-8 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook for 2 more minutes.
- Transfer to a medium bowl and stir in the shrimp, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and mayonnaise.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.
- Place the mushrooms, rounded side down, on a parchment or Silpat-lined baking sheet.
- Fill the mushrooms, making sure to press the filling in tightly and mound. Make-ahead: at this point the mushrooms can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 6 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 C).
- Bake mushrooms in preheated oven until tender and the filling browns on top, about 25-35 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Recipe from Epicurious
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Nutrition Information
Yield 8 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 225Total Fat 15gSaturated Fat 3gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 11gCholesterol 53mgSodium 512mgCarbohydrates 14gFiber 1gSugar 2gProtein 9g
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Lorraine Nichols
Monday 19th of May 2014
Okay I know this may seem like a stupid question, but I'm allergic to anything seafood/shellfish so I got to ask. The recipe calls for cooked shrimp - How should I cook the shrimp? What if any seasoning should I add? I am planning on cook this for someone special who LOVES shrimp and mushrooms so if I figured if I combine the two it's a win/win situation.
Erica Lea | Buttered Side Up
Friday 30th of May 2014
You could really cook the shrimp however you want - saute, boil, etc. I would recommend cooking just until done since they will be baked in the oven. I used pre-cooked shrimp, but freshly cooked would be much tastier, I'm sure. Sorry it took so long to reply - I didn't see your comment! :)