Mansaf Stuffed Mushrooms (فطر محشي بالمنسف)

This recipe combines the flavors of Mansaf, a traditional Jordanian dish, with the earthy taste of mushrooms to create a unique and delicious appetizer or side dish.

Mansaf Stuffed Mushrooms (فطر محشي بالمنسف)

Ingredients

  • 12 large mushrooms, stems removed and reserved
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 cup cooked lamb, shredded
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Chop the reserved mushroom stems and sauté them in a pan until softened.
  3. In a bowl, mix the cooked rice, shredded lamb, sautéed mushroom stems, yogurt, half of the toasted pine nuts, parsley, cumin, coriander, cardamom, salt, and pepper.
  4. Stuff the mushroom caps with the rice and lamb mixture.
  5. Place the stuffed mushrooms in a baking dish and pour the chicken broth around them.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the filling is heated through.
  7. Serve the stuffed mushrooms topped with the remaining toasted pine nuts.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
10g
Protein
8g
Fat
9g

Supplies

Baking dish Knife Pan Bowl

Tools

Oven Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Mansaf stuffed mushrooms as an appetizer or side dish alongside a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, replace the lamb with cooked chickpeas or mixed vegetables.

Cost

$15