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Broiled Mushrooms

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Broiled Mushrooms

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Recipe Score · Tried & True
⏱ Time
10 minutes for medium-sized mushrooms
🍽 Serves
Allow 3 or 4 mushrooms to each person

🥘 Ingredients

Mushroom-flaps, pepper and salt to taste, butter, lemon-juice. [Illustration: BROILED MUSHROOMS.]

👨‍🍳 Method

Cleanse the mushrooms by wiping them with a piece of flannel and a little salt; cut off a portion of the stalk, and peel the tops: broil them over a clear fire, turning them once, and arrange them on a very hot dish. Put a small piece of butter on each mushroom, season with pepper and salt, and squeeze over them a few drops of lemon-juice. Place the dish before the fire, and when the butter is melted, serve very hot and quickly. Moderate-sized flaps are better suited to this mode of cooking than the buttons: the latter are better in stews.

📜 From Mrs Beeton's Book of Household Management (1861). Public domain.

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Viktor — Technique Nerd
★★★★★ 2026-05-08
A lesson in doing more with less

I tried this vintage broiled mushroom recipe and found myself pleasantly surprised by how well the simple techniques brought out the earthy flavors of the fungi. The method of wiping the mushrooms clean with a flannel and a pinch of salt is a charming, old-fashioned touch that I haven't seen in modern recipes. It's a subtle detail that highlights the care and attention that went into cooking in the past. This recipe is perfect for the weeknight cook who wants to elevate a simple side dish with minimal effort. I found that the broiling process concentrated the flavors beautifully, and the addition of butter, lemon juice, and a quick trip under the broiler made for a delightful, savory treat. The mushrooms were tender and juicy, with a slight char that added depth. This is a dish that's sure to impress without requiring any fancy equipment or ingredients. Next time, I might try adding a sprinkle of fresh herbs or a dash of garlic powder for an extra kick.

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