Creamy Russian Mushroom Julienne
Creamy Russian Mushroom Julienne is a delightful comfort food that features tender mushrooms enveloped in a rich, velvety cream sauce. Perfect for cozy evenings or formal gatherings, this dish combines earthy flavors with a luxurious texture, making it an irresistible treat for mushroom lovers and food enthusiasts alike. Serve it warm in individual ramekins or on toasted bread for an elegant touch that will impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Russian
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g fresh button or cremini mushrooms
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 240ml heavy cream
- 45g unsalted butter (3 tbsp)
- 15g all-purpose flour (1 tbsp)
- 120ml vegetable broth
Instructions
- Clean and slice the mushrooms into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the diced onion and sauté until golden and translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the mushrooms to the skillet and sauté until they release moisture and start to brown (approximately 8 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over the mushroom mixture, stir well to combine, then gradually pour in the vegetable broth while stirring until smooth.
- Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stir gently, and let it heat through for another 3 minutes.
- Serve warm in ramekins or on toasted bread slices; garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, experiment with different mushroom varieties such as shiitake or portobello. - To lighten the dish, substitute heavy cream with low-fat yogurt or milk. - This dish can be served as an elegant appetizer or a hearty main course.