Meaty Mushroom Sandwiches - Mushroom Recipes New Zealand

Meaty Mushroom Sandwiches

Recipe by: Yolanda Wisewitch Soryl, Christchurch Vegetarian Society

Great for lunch or a summer picnic - Serves 4

2-3 teaspoons balsamic or red wine vinegar
1 large garlic clove, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
4 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing the vegetables
2 large Portabello Mushrooms
1 red onion, cut into chunks
2 tomatoes, cut into quarters
8 slices crusty Italian bread
Basil leaves

Put the vinegar, garlic, salt, pepper and 4 tablespoons olive oil in a small jar, and shake well. Set aside.
Clean the mushrooms and remove their stems. Brush the vegetables with olive oil.
Grill the mushrooms for 3-4 minutes on each side.
Place the onion and tomato chunks on skewers and grill, turning often, until lightly charred (or pan fry in a little oil if preferred)
Cut each mushroom in half, and cut the onion and tomato chunks into thin slices.
Spread a little of the vinegar mixture on each slice of bread, then top with the mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, and basil leaves.

Price per portion: $1.85 approx

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