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    Home » Summer

    Ajillo Mushrooms (Spanish Garlic Mushrooms)

    AU$1.95 | £0.25 per serve
    By Robyn | Published: Sep 1, 2020 | Modified: Oct 11, 2022

    TO THE RECIPE

    Ajillo Mushrooms (Spanish garlic mushrooms), is an easy mushroom tapas recipe which is takes less than 10 minutes to make. Rich with garlic and parsley, it makes a delicious side dish or canapé as well.

    overhead image of mushroom tapas in terracotta dish on blue tile with bread to the side, ready to mop up the last fo the garlic olive oil

    Garlic and mushrooms are such a delicious ingredient pairing, and when mixed with classic Spanish flavours, they make a stunning simple tapas recipe.

    ‘Al Ajillo’ is the Spanish term for a mix of garlic, cayenne, pepper and olive oil. I have altered this mix slightly and replaced the cayenne pepper with a pinch of smoked paprika (one of my favourite Spanish spices) and dried chilli flakes.

    Naturally vegan and gluten free, this mushroom tapas dish is delicious and memorable. Just one bite transports you back to warm balmy Mediterranean summer evenings sat outside a small tapas bar, hearing the crickets chirping in the distance.

    Quick and easy to make (ready in under 10 minutes!), these garlic mushrooms are the perfect tapas dish. Serve alongside cheese, ham, bread and other classic tapas dishes such as Patatas Bravas and small bowls or glasses of cucumber gazpacho.

    You can also enjoy them as a mushroom side dish – they are especially delicious with chicken or pork. And when served with cocktail sticks they are a tasty nibble or canapé.

    angled side view of the mushrooms in garlic oil with parsley. Bread is served in the background

    FAQ

    How long will this mushroom tapas dish keep?

    These garlicky mushrooms are best enjoyed the day they are made. However, they will keep in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Bring them to room temperature before serving as the olive oil can solidify whilst they are in the fridge.

    Which mushrooms should I use?

    I have used small button mushrooms in this recipe, and left some whole whilst halving the rest. You could use larger button mushrooms and quarter them.

    I don’t have any fresh lemon juice.

    Use the same amount of sherry vinegar.

    What can I substitute for sherry vinegar?

    Champagne vinegar or rice vinegar would work instead.

    Can I use hot paprika instead of Smoked paprika?

    No! It would make the mushrooms very spicy! You could add a pinch of sweet paprika instead. If you only have hot paprika then either leave out the paprika altogether or don’t use the chilli flakes.

    Serving Ideas:

    • Enjoy with a cerveza (beer), glass or red wine. Add some crusty bread to mop up all that olive oil rich in garlic, parsley, smoked paprika and dried chilli.
    • As a vegetable side dish to chicken or pork.
    • Spoon over toast for a delicious lunch. A sprinkling of goats cheese on top is delicious too!
    • Make up an international tapas style meal at home by serving these mushrooms with this vegan black olive tapenade, easy Greek salad, and these Japanese spring rolls. Omit the feta or use a vegan feta from the Greek salad and you have a collection of vegan tapas recipes.
    overhead image of ajillo mushrooms in Spanish terracotta dish, sprinkled with fresh parsley

    Ajillo Mushrooms (Spanish Garlic Mushrooms)

    Author: Robyn

    This easy mushroom tapas recipe is ready in less than 10 minutes. Rich with garlic and parsley, it makes a delicious side as well as classic Spanish tapas dish
    4.78 from 9 votes
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    Prep Time 3 mins
    Cook Time 7 mins
    Course Appetizer, canape, Lunch
    Cuisine spanish
    Servings 2 people
    Calories 52 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 125g (4.5 oz) small button mushrooms ($1.75 / £0.08)
    • ½ tablespoon olive oil ($0.08 / £0.04)
    • 2 cloves garlic, crushed ($0.26 / £0.05)
    • pinch dried chilli flakes ($0.02 / £0.01)
    • pinch smoked paprika ($0.01 / £0.01)
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or sherry vinegar ($0.27 / £0.15)
    • 2 tablespoon fresh flat leaf parsley, roughly chopped ($1.50 / £0.15)

    Instructions
     

    • With a damp cloth or piece of kitchen paper, gently wipe the mushrooms to remove any dirt. (There is no need to peel them).
    • Depending on their size, leave the small mushrooms whole and halve any larger mushrooms. You want them to be a small bitesize.
    • Heat the olive oil in a medium frying pan over a high heat and fry the mushrooms for 2 minutes, until the liquid from the mushrooms starts to run.
    • Reduce the heat to medium and add the crushed garlic, chilli flakes and smoked paprika.
    • Add the lemon juice or sherry vinegar (take care as this can spit) and simmer for 5 minutes.
    • Take off the heat and stir through the parsley. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
    • Serve straight away or at room temperature.

    Notes

    Estimated costs: Australia $3.89. Per serve = $1.95
    UK £0.49. Per serve = £0.25
    America – I am yet to calculate the estimated ingredients costs to make this recipe in the US. If you would find it useful please contact me and I’ll get calculating 🙂 
    This recipe serves 2. You can easily, double, triple or quadruple the recipe. If making larger quantities then use a larger frying pan or prepare in 2 seperate batches. If the frying pan is too crowded the mushrooms will simmer rather than fry and won’t get those lovely flavour packed golden edges.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 52kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 6mgPotassium: 221mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 337IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword classic Spanish Tapas, easy garlic mushrooms, mushroom tapas

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    Comments

    1. Sarah says

      September 07, 2020 at 5:29 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! I would happily eat these for brunch with some crusty bread and some other sides 🙂

      Reply
      • Robyn says

        September 09, 2020 at 6:41 pm

        They made a great lunch with bread, thanks Sarah!

        Reply
    2. Sylvie says

      September 07, 2020 at 11:04 am

      5 stars
      That sounds absolutely delicious, it would make such a great appetiser or little dish to enjoy at a wine party! Love the addition of spices and herbs

      Reply
      • Robyn says

        September 07, 2020 at 11:27 am

        Thankyou Sylvie!

        Reply
    3. Sally says

      September 07, 2020 at 10:46 am

      5 stars
      Love the idea of these with some crusty bread and a chilled glass of wine, especially now that the weather is starting to warm up!

      Reply
      • Robyn says

        September 07, 2020 at 11:27 am

        Thanks Sally, yes these are a great dish for the warmer evenings! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Christina Musgrave says

      September 03, 2020 at 8:12 am

      Wow!! This looks like the perfect appetizer!

      Reply
    5. Jenny deRemer says

      September 03, 2020 at 7:11 am

      5 stars
      Okay, I’m hooked! Not only might I try these, but I may make them this weekend – LOVING!

      Reply
      • Robyn says

        September 03, 2020 at 9:43 am

        Thanks Jenny! Hope you get to make them this weekend!

        Reply
    6. Alex says

      September 01, 2020 at 6:32 pm

      5 stars
      Yum!! This recipe couldn’t be easier and makes such a fabulous tapas.

      Reply
      • Robyn says

        September 02, 2020 at 5:38 pm

        Thanks Alex!

        Reply

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