How to Grill Marinated Portobello Mushrooms

Ah, the filet mignon of vegetable grilling. The portobello mushroom is a meaty delight. Serves 1 or 2 per mushroom, depending on how large they are.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Barbecue Grills
• Balsamic Vinegars
• Extra-virgin Olive Oil
• Portobello Mushrooms
• Plastic Food Containers
• Vegetable Brushes
• Plastic Food Containers
• Plastic food containers

1. 
    

   Clean the mushrooms with a vegetable brush under cold running water. Be gentle.

2. 
    

   Place the mushrooms in a storage container and sprinkle liberally with equal parts balsamic vinegar and olive oil, to coat both sides.

3. Cover the container and shake it to fully coat the mushrooms. Set aside for up to 1 hour.

4. Prepare a grill.

5. Place the mushrooms on the grill, a bit off center from the heat. Cover the grill.

6. 
    

   Check the mushrooms after 5 minutes and turn them over carefully. Grill the other side for about 5 minutes, until tender in the middle.

7. Let cool slightly and devour with appreciation!

Tips & Warnings

• Use plastic storage bags in lieu of a storage container. Or just use a plate or bowl large enough to hold the mushrooms.
• Accompany the mushrooms with a green salad and roasted potatoes, or use the mushrooms as the base for a mushroom "hamburger." Or use the mushrooms as an accompaniment for grilled meats.

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on 11/22/2005 Dress up your mushroom steak with these condiments:
Mango chutney.
Avocado horseradish (1-2 ripe avocados and a tablespoon or more of spicy horseradish).
Caramelized onions.
Marmalade (seriously, it's super good).

on 11/22/2005 In final minute of grilling top with a slice of cheese and finish grilling until melted. Makes a great substitute for a hamburger - just slide it onto a roll and top with tomato, lettuce, etc.

on 11/22/2005 Top mushrooms with a slice of roasted red pepper and a slice of mozzarella cheese - zap for 20 seconds in microwave until the cheese melts slightly.