Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with Mashed Cannellini Beans and Harissa Sauce
This appetizer is loaded with so many flavors and it's vegetarian and healthy. Give it a shot if you want to impress! It may sound like a ton of work, but it really is simple. If you like bold flavors, you will love it!
Ingredients
- 1 roasted red pepper , peeled and minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped shallot
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 0.75 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1 pinch ground coriander
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
Instructions
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1
Mix roasted red pepper, shallot, garlic, 1 teaspoon olive oil, mint, lime juice, Dijon mustard, cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon salt, red pepper flakes, coriander, 1 pinch black pepper, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl to make harissa sauce.
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2
Combine cannellini beans and water in a small saucepan over medium-low heat; heat until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Drain.
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3
Combine drained beans, 2 teaspoons truffle oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a food processor; puree until smooth.
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4
Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Brush mushroom caps on both sides with 4 teaspoons olive oil; season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Grill mushrooms, gill-side up, basting frequently with vegetable broth, about 4 minutes per side.
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5
Top each mushroom cap with 1/2 cup bean puree and 2 tablespoons of harissa sauce.
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