Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our exquisite Mushroom Wellington Cups, a delightful appetizer that combines the earthy goodness of mushrooms with the flaky richness of puff pastry. These elegant cups are not only a feast for the eyes but also a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds.
Crafted with a medley of succulent mushrooms, sautéed to perfection and enveloped in a velvety duxelles mixture, these cups offer a symphony of textures and flavors. The creamy bechamel sauce adds a touch of decadence, while the crispy puff pastry provides a delightful contrast. But that's not all - we also present variations of this classic dish, including a vegan version that caters to plant-based preferences, a gluten-free option for those with dietary restrictions, and a mini version that's perfect for bite-sized indulgence.
So, embark on a culinary journey with our Mushroom Wellington Cups and experience a flavor explosion that will leave you craving more.
**Recipes Included:**
1. **Classic Mushroom Wellington Cups:** This recipe provides a step-by-step guide to creating the traditional Mushroom Wellington Cups, using a combination of mushrooms, duxelles, bechamel sauce, and puff pastry.
2. **Vegan Mushroom Wellington Cups:** For those following a plant-based diet, this recipe offers a delectable vegan alternative, using a mixture of mushrooms, vegetables, and a creamy vegan sauce, all encased in flaky puff pastry.
3. **Gluten-Free Mushroom Wellington Cups:** For those with gluten sensitivities, this recipe presents a gluten-free version of the classic dish, using a gluten-free puff pastry and a modified duxelles mixture.
4. **Mini Mushroom Wellington Cups:** If you're looking for a bite-sized treat, this recipe provides instructions for creating miniature Mushroom Wellington Cups, perfect for parties, appetizers, or as a delightful snack.
VEGETARIAN MUSHROOM WELLINGTON
Classic beef Wellington is a technical feat in which a tenderloin is topped with foie gras or mushroom duxelles, then wrapped in puff pastry and baked. This vegetarian version is less exacting yet just as impressive. Seared portobello mushrooms are layered with apple cider-caramelized onions and sautéed mushrooms, which are seasoned with soy sauce for flavor and bolstered with walnuts for texture. The rich mushroom filling is vegan, and the entire dish can easily be made vegan, too. Swap in vegan puff pastry, a butter substitute in the port reduction and caramelized onions, and an egg substitute for brushing the puff pastry. If you want to prepare ahead, sauté the mushrooms and onions in advance and refrigerate them, then assemble the dish the day you plan to bake and serve it. Prepare the port reduction as the Wellington bakes, or skip it entirely and serve with cranberry sauce for a touch of tangy sweetness.
Provided by Alexa Weibel
Categories dinner, pastries, vegetables, main course
Time 3h
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 31
Steps:
- Wipe the portobello mushrooms clean using barely moistened paper towels. Remove the stems, then slice off the excess mushroom rim that curls over the gills. (You are making sure the stem side has a flat surface so it will sear properly.) Reserve the stems and scraps for use in Step 2. Brush the portobello mushroom caps on both sides with 3 tablespoons olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large (12-inch) nonstick skillet over medium-high and cook the mushrooms, gill-side down, until caramelized, 4 to 5 minutes, then flip and cook until softened, about 4 more minutes. Transfer to a wire rack, gill-side down, to cool.
- Prepare the mushroom filling: Separate and reserve any mushroom stems. Roughly chop about two-thirds of the mixed mushrooms, then working in batches, transfer the roughly chopped mushrooms to a food processor and pulse until chopped into small pieces. (They should range from 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch in size.) Transfer the chopped mushrooms to a large bowl. By hand, finely chop the remaining mixed mushrooms and stems and the reserved portobello mushroom stems and trimmings into 1/4-inch pieces; add them to the large bowl. (Chopping most of the mixed mushrooms in the food processor will save you some time, but you'll want to chop some by hand for texture.)
- Prepare an ice bath in a large bowl. (You'll use this to quickly cool the cooked mushrooms in Step 4. If preparing in advance, you can simply let the mixture cool to room temperature, then refrigerate.) Wipe out the skillet. Working in two batches, warm 1/4 cup olive oil over medium-high heat. Add about half the mushrooms, shallots, garlic and rosemary, and season lightly with salt and generously with pepper. (You'll add soy sauce later, so avoid overseasoning at this stage.) Cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and tender, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl and repeat with the remaining 1/4 cup oil and the remaining mushrooms, shallots, garlic and rosemary.
- Once the second batch of chopped mushrooms is cooked and caramelized, return the first batch to the skillet. Add the port, soy sauce and thyme leaves and cook over medium-high, stirring occasionally, until the liquid evaporates, 3 to 5 minutes. (If using balsamic vinegar instead of port, reduce the cook time to 1 to 2 minutes.) Transfer the mushroom mixture back to the medium bowl and stir in the walnuts. Set the bowl over the prepared ice bath to cool, stirring occasionally, at least 20 minutes.
- Prepare the cider-caramelized onions: Wipe out the skillet, then melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions, sprinkle with the sugar, salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until starting to soften, about 5 minutes. Add the cider and cook, stirring every few minutes, until the liquid evaporates and the onions are caramelized, about 15 minutes. Stir in the vinegar, if using, then transfer to a bowl to cool.
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Place a large piece of parchment paper on your work surface and lightly dust it with flour. Unfold your thawed puff pastry and set it on the parchment. Using a lightly floured rolling pin, roll the pastry out into a 13-by-16-inch rectangle. Transfer the parchment paper and puff pastry to a large sheet pan. Rotate the sheet pan, if needed, so that one of the 16-inch sides is closest to you. Arrange half the cooked mushroom mixture in a strip in the center of the puff pastry (it should be about 4-by-10 inches), leaving a 1½-inch border at the ends. Arrange the caramelized onions in a single, 3-inch-wide strip on top of the mushroom mixture, leaving about ½ inch of the mushrooms exposed on both sides. Lay the portobello mushrooms on top of the onions in a single line, stem-side down. (If the portobellos are too large to all fit in a row, square off edges so the cut sides lay snugly without overlapping.) Spoon the remaining mushroom mixture on top of the filling, covering the portobello mushrooms, then gently pack the mushroom mixture to form an even layer on top. (You can shape this the same way you might shape a freeform meatloaf.)
- To assemble, lift one side of the puff pastry over the mushroom filling to almost completely cover it. Brush the surface of the puff pastry covering the mushrooms with the beaten egg. Lift the remaining puff pastry flap over the egg-washed puff pastry, gently stretching it if need be to create a second layer of puff pastry on top, then gently press the top layer of pastry onto the lower layer using your fingertips to seal. Brush the insides of the short ends of the puff pastry and press to seal. Trim any parchment paper that extends beyond the sheet pan.
- Brush the exposed puff pastry on top with the remaining beaten egg. Decorate the top of the puff pastry as you like: Create a cross-hatch pattern by gently slicing through only the top layer of puff pastry in parallel lines, then cutting parallel lines in another direction. (Apply very little pressure, as you only want to cut through the top layer of puff pastry, not the second layer.) You can also slice small decorative vents in the puff pastry (be sure to slice all the way through both layers of puff pastry), or top with additional strips or shapes made from egg-washed puff pastry.
- Transfer to the middle rack in the oven and bake until puff pastry is deep golden and flaky, 45 to 50 minutes. Let cool slightly on the baking sheet, about 10 minutes.
- While the Wellington bakes, prepare the optional port reduction: In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over medium. Add the shallot, garlic and peppercorns, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the port, stock and thyme, and cook over medium-high until the sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 25 to 30 minutes. Strain the sauce, discarding the solids. (You should have about 1/2 cup sauce.) Cover and set aside until ready to serve. When ready to serve, warm the sauce over medium. Once warmed, whisk in the butter, season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.
- To serve the mushroom Wellington, cut it crosswise into 8 even slabs. (Each slab will include a pretty cross-section showcasing the halved portobello mushroom in the center; this is considered the presentation side.) Serve each piece presentation-side up. Pass with port reduction for drizzling on top.
MUSHROOM WELLINGTON RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: cremini mushroom, olive oil, onion, vegetable broth, garlic, soy sauce, chopped fresh thyme, spinach, nonstick cooking spray, puff pastry, flour, medium potatoes, non-dairy milk, vegan gravy
Provided by Rachel Gaewski
Categories Dinner
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Add the mushrooms to a food processor and pulse until crumbly, 10-12 times. Be careful not to over-process.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium pan over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes. Add the vegetable broth and sauté until the onions are translucent and most of the broth has evaporated.
- Add the garlic and sauté for 3 minutes more, or until fragrant.
- Add the mushrooms and soy sauce and sauté until most of the liquid has released from the mushrooms and evaporated, 10-12 minutes.
- Push the sautéed veggies to the sides of the pan and add a bit more olive oil to the center. Sauté the thyme in the oil until fragrant, then incorporate into the rest of mixture.
- Add the spinach and sauté until wilted.
- Grease an 18 x 13-inch baking sheet with nonstick spray. On a lightly floured surface, use a rolling pin to roll out puff pastry sheet to fit the baking sheet. Transfer the puff pastry to the pan.
- In center third of the pastry, add a layer of potato slices. Top with half of the mushroom mixture and spread in an even layer, about ¾-inch thick. Add another layer of potatoes and the rest of the mushrooms, and top with a final layer of potatoes.
- Fold one side of pastry over the filling, then the other side. Seal the top and bottom ends over the filling. Score the top of the Wellington diagonally with a sharp knife.
- In a ramekin or small bowl, combine the non-dairy milk with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Brush over the Wellington. Decorate with more pastry, if desired. Poke air vents in the side of the Wellington.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes. until golden brown and puffed.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before cutting into thick slices.
- Serve with vegan gravy.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 calories, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 4 grams
MUSHROOM WELLINGTON CUPS
These mushroom cups can be frozen for up to one month and popped directly into the oven from the freezer (add two minutes to the cooking time). If you put them in while the meat is resting, they'll be ready just in time for dinner.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Pie & Tarts Recipes
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over high heat. Cook mushrooms for 6 minutes. Add garlic. Cook until mushrooms are golden brown, about 1 minute more. Add wine. Cook, stirring and scraping browned bits from bottom of pan with a wooden spoon, until wine evaporates, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle flour over mixture and stir to combine. Add cream. Cook until slightly thickened, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Let cool for 15 minutes.
- Lay 1 phyllo sheet on a work surface (keep remaining phyllo covered with a damp towel). Lightly brush sheet with melted butter. Top with 1 sheet; brush with butter. Repeat with remaining 3 sheets, leaving top unbuttered.
- Cut phyllo stack into six 5 1/2-by-6-inch pieces. Nestle each into a cup of a standard muffin tin. Spoon 2 heaping tablespoons mushroom mixture into each. Bake until golden, 14 to 16 minutes. Top each cup with a bit of pate before serving.
Tips:
- Prep the Mushrooms: Before cooking, clean and finely chop the mushrooms. This will help them release their moisture and cook evenly.
- Use Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the final dish. Opt for fresh, flavorful mushrooms and high-quality puff pastry.
- Don't Overcrowd the Pan: When cooking the mushrooms, avoid overcrowding the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and releasing their moisture.
- Season Generously: Don't be afraid to season the mushrooms and filling generously. This will enhance their flavor and make the dish more enjoyable.
- Chill the Wellington Cups: Before baking, chill the Wellington cups for at least 30 minutes. This will help the pastry set and prevent it from becoming soggy.
- Brush with Egg Wash: Before baking, brush the Wellington cups with egg wash. This will give them a golden brown color and help the pastry puff up.
Conclusion:
Mushroom Wellington cups are an elegant and delicious appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With their flaky pastry, savory mushroom filling, and creamy sauce, these cups are sure to impress your guests. By following the tips and tricks provided in this article, you can easily create this stunning dish at home. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to indulge in a culinary masterpiece!
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