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Get Grilling: Sizzle This Summer With Mushrooms
Grilling season is finally here, and it’s time to turn up the heat. Mushrooms are the ultimate grilling ingredient — meaty, flavorful and perfect for soaking up marinades and seasonings. This summer, bring out the bold flavors and upgrade your grilling game with mushrooms.
Why Grill Mushrooms?
Mushrooms are natural sponges when it comes to absorbing flavor, but grilling them adds a rich, smoky flavor to take them to the next level. Whether skewered, basted or grilled whole, they deliver smoky, juicy bites packed with mouthwatering goodness.
What’s Hot: Trending Flavors
As you turn up the heat on the grill, try one of these trending flavor combos sure to impress your tastebuds. Mix up a marinade, sauce or spice blend with these flavors and brush it onto your mushrooms before grilling or serve it on the side as a flavorful dip.
- Fermented flavors: Tamarind, peanut, miso and fish sauce pack an umami punch.
- Smoky & spicy: Cajun seasoning, chipotle and hot sauce add depth and heat.
- Sweet & tangy: Citrus, honey and fresh relish balance out the richness of grilled foods.
Must-Try Grilled Mushroom Recipes
Looking for easy ways to bring mushrooms to the grill? Try these delicious recipes:
Grilled Trumpet Mushroom Kebabs with Tamarind Glaze
If you’re looking for a standout recipe to impress your guests, this dish should be at the top of your list. The sweet, tangy glaze caramelizes perfectly, creating a rich sticky coating for the savory trumpet mushrooms.
Cajun Mushroom Kabobs
Loaded with bold Cajun spices for a smoky, slightly spicy kick, these kabobs pack a punch. Hearty button mushrooms and fresh veggies are delicious on their own or pair perfectly with whatever meat you’re grilling.
Portabella Satay with Spicy Cucumber Relish and Peanut Sauce
Portabellas are a grill’s best friend — and for good reason. Thick, meaty slices hold the delicious smoky flavor of the grill in this Thai-inspired skewer. Pair with a creamy, nutty peanut sauce and refreshing cucumber relish for your next backyard showstopper.
Mushrooms are a must-have for grilling this summer — versatile, flavorful and packed with umami. Whether you go for a tangy tamarind glaze, spicy Cajun seasoning or a creamy peanut sauce, savory, smoky mushrooms are the star of summertime grilling. Fire up the flames, grab some mushrooms, and get grilling!
Comments (4)
All these scrumptious recipes look very tasty and delish, never thought about grilling mushrooms , definitely will give it try😁😃😋😋😋 Thank you💖
Do you have any “PRO TIPS” for grilling sliced mushrooms?
Whenever I grill sliced mushrooms for my burgers and steaks, they always seem to fall through the grate and into the charcoal.
Depending on how you slice them, mushrooms can sometimes fall through the grill. Here are a few easy tips to keep that from happening!
Smaller Varieties (e.g., White Button, Crimini, Shiitake): These mushrooms are great for skewers. Marinate them first for extra flavor, then thread onto skewers or kebabs. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking, and cook directly over the heat, rotating the skewers to ensure even grilling on all sides.
Larger Varieties (e.g., Portabella, King Trumpet): These hearty mushrooms can go straight on the grill without skewers since they’re large enough not to fall through the grates. Marinate or brush them with oil beforehand to boost flavor and prevent drying out.
Delicate Varieties (e.g., Oyster, Maitake): Because of their fragile structure, these mushrooms are best grilled on skewers or in a grill basket to avoid losing pieces through the grates. A light oil coating will also help them brown nicely.
Lion’s Mane: Slice into thick steaks—about ¾ inch—from top to base. Sear the slices in a cast iron pan to develop a crust, then transfer them directly to the grill to finish. This method enhances texture and locks in flavor.
My local store just started carrying trumpet mushrooms. This recipe looks deliciouse!