Sticky spiced mushroom skewers

Sticky Spiced Mushroom Skewers
Average rating: 3 out of 5 star rating

Stuck for vegetarian barbecue ideas? These deliciously moreish mushroom skewers are sure to be a hit with everyone

  • Prep time: 10 mins

    plus marinating time

  • Cooking time: 10-15 mins

  • Serves: 2

  • Skill level: Easy peasy

  • Costs: Cheap as chips

Ingredients

This dish also tastes great served with noodles, chargrilled peppers and courgettes.

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  • 2tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Chinese cooking wine
  • 1tbsp clear honey
  • 1tsp vegetable oil
  • 2cm piece root ginger, grated
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • ½ tsp Chinese 5 spice
  • 250g (9oz) shiitake mushrooms

Method

  1. Mix the first seven ingredients together in a large bowl. Add the mushrooms and stir well until they are coated in the marinade. Cover and leave to marinate in a cool place for at least 1 hour.
  2. Drain the marinade into a small pan and simmer for 1-2 mins until syrupy. Thread the mushrooms on to skewers then cook over hot barbecue coals or griddle or under a hot grill for about 10 mins, turning frequently and brushing with more of the marinade. Serve hot.
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Nutritional information

Guideline Daily Amount for 2,000 calories per day are: 70g fat, 20g saturated fat, 90g sugar, 6g salt.

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