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Asian sesame portobellos

Recipe Information

Description:
Asian sesame portobellos is a delicious Asian recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 1 hour, 15 minutes of prep time and about 5 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 1 hour, 20 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 1 Hour, 15 Minutes
Cook Time 5 Minutes
Total Time 1 Hour, 20 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Mushrooms
Category Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner; Snack
Type Appetizer; Main Dish; Side Dish
Cuisine Asian
Cook Method Grilling
Diet

Ingredients

  • 4 large portobello mushrooms

  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons sugar

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger, peeled

  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil

Directions

  • Clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth. Remove the stems and place them on a dish, stemless side up.

  • To make the marinade, whisk the vinegar, sugar, and ginger in a small bowl. Drizzle over the mushrooms, cover, and marinate 1 hour in the refrigerator, turning the mushrooms once.

  • Heat the grill. Coat the grill rack or broiler pan with cooking spray and position 4-6 inches from the heat source.

  • Grill or broil mushrooms on medium heat for 5 minutes each side, turning often until tender. Baste with the marinade to moist.

  • Use tongs to place on a serving platter, garnish with basil and sesame seeds, and serve immediately.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 69 cal

  • Total fat: 0g

  • Saturated fat: 0g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 0g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 10mg

  • Potassium: 778mg

  • Carbohydrate: 14g

  • Fiber: 2g

  • Protein: 4g

  • Calcium: 19mg