Mashwi (arabian Style Grilled Mushroom Skewers)

Mashwi is a popular dish in Saudi Arabian cuisine, featuring grilled mushroom skewers seasoned with aromatic spices. This recipe offers a delightful blend of flavors and is perfect for a vegetarian barbecue or as a side dish.

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Mashwi (arabian Style Grilled Mushroom Skewers)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of button mushrooms, cleaned and stems removed
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 red onion, cut into chunks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, ground coriander, salt, and pepper.
  2. Thread the mushrooms, bell peppers, and red onion onto skewers, alternating the vegetables.
  3. Brush the vegetable skewers with the spice mixture, making sure to coat them evenly.
  4. Heat a grill pan or stovetop grill over medium-high heat. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
  5. Remove the skewers from the grill and place them on a serving platter. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
120 per serving
Carbohydrates
8g
Protein
5g
Fat
9g

Supplies

Skewers Grill pan or stovetop grill

Tools

Small bowl Brush for coating the skewers

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Mashwi with a side of hummus and pita bread for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Soak the skewers in water for 30 minutes before threading the vegetables to prevent them from burning during grilling.

Cost

$10