Rating: 4.75 stars
12 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 10
  • 4 star values: 1
  • 3 star values: 1
  • 2 star values: 0
  • 1 star values: 0

This appetizer is loaded with so many flavors and it's vegetarian and healthy. Give it a shot if you want to impress! It may sound like a ton of work, but it really is simple. If you like bold flavors, you will love it!

Recipe Summary

prep:
25 mins
cook:
13 mins
total:
38 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

4
Original recipe yields 4 servings
The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified
Harissa Sauce:
Mashed Beans:
Portobello Mushrooms:

Directions

Instructions Checklist
  • Mix roasted red pepper, shallot, garlic, 1 teaspoon olive oil, mint, lime juice, Dijon mustard, cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon salt, red pepper flakes, coriander, 1 pinch black pepper, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl to make harissa sauce.

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  • Combine cannellini beans and water in a small saucepan over medium-low heat; heat until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Drain.

  • Combine drained beans, 2 teaspoons truffle oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a food processor; puree until smooth.

  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Brush mushroom caps on both sides with 4 teaspoons olive oil; season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Grill mushrooms, gill-side up, basting frequently with vegetable broth, about 4 minutes per side.

  • Top each mushroom cap with 1/2 cup bean puree and 2 tablespoons of harissa sauce.

Cook's Note:

Harissa sauce can be made the night before.

Nutrition Facts

312 calories; protein 17.1g; carbohydrates 44.8g; fat 10g; sodium 1191.6mg. Full Nutrition
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Reviews (10)

Most helpful positive review

Rating: 5 stars
01/23/2017
There is a lot going on here and these are a lot of work but worth it in the end. All of the flavors come together nicely and also has nice presentation. The bean/truffle oil was my favorite part. I'd say these are more than just appetizers though and are more of a side dish. Great recipe and one sure to impress your guests. Read More
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Most helpful critical review

Rating: 3 stars
08/11/2017
The flavors in this were great, but there were serious problems with the execution - the whole thing was too watery/runny. I would skip the part with boiling the beans and process them without any water. I also recommend letting the mushrooms dry on paper towels after cooking them. Read More
(3)
12 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 10
  • 4 star values: 1
  • 3 star values: 1
  • 2 star values: 0
  • 1 star values: 0
Rating: 5 stars
01/22/2017
There is a lot going on here and these are a lot of work but worth it in the end. All of the flavors come together nicely and also has nice presentation. The bean/truffle oil was my favorite part. I'd say these are more than just appetizers though and are more of a side dish. Great recipe and one sure to impress your guests. Read More
(4)
Rating: 3 stars
08/11/2017
The flavors in this were great, but there were serious problems with the execution - the whole thing was too watery/runny. I would skip the part with boiling the beans and process them without any water. I also recommend letting the mushrooms dry on paper towels after cooking them. Read More
(3)
Rating: 5 stars
10/04/2017
As an avowed carnivore, I don't cook pure veggie meals very often, but I made this for a pot luck at work, so our lone vegetarian would have something he could actually eat. At first glance, it seems like a lot of work, but it was actually rather easy to execute. Someone else complained about ti being a bit runny....just remember to drain the beans before putting them in the food processor ;) I didn't add any extra water to the beans, just what was packed in the cans with them, ( so that probably helped) and just added a bit of that in to keep the mash from coming out too dry. They came out looking, and smelling delicious, and were a big hit. Probably should have made more, judging by they way they disappeared. Read More
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Rating: 4 stars
06/03/2019
The bean sauce and topping would also be very good on other sandwiches (hamburgers, chicken sandwich, etc.). Read More
(2)
Rating: 5 stars
04/13/2020
i have made this 2x now . only change is that i don't heat the beans with water. i drain and rinse them and keep the "water" from the can. I put them directly into the food processor and add fluid until i am happy with the consistency. I heat the bean mixture once i have grilled the mushrooms as we felt it tastes better warm; personal preference. I have one vegan in a family of 5 but everyone loves this recipe. Read More
Rating: 5 stars
08/06/2020
Amazing, I liked it so much I made it for the mother in law. Read More
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Rating: 5 stars
09/09/2020
Amazing! The whole family loved them. The combination of flavors was great and it was a quick, easy recipe to make. Read More
Rating: 5 stars
01/01/2018
Since it was 15 degrees outside I skipped grilling the caps and broiled them in the oven. Loved the whole recipe and the flavors! I didn't add too much water to the beans - about a 1/4 cup and let it almost evaporate and the bean puree was just right! Read More
Rating: 5 stars
08/07/2018
This recipe is awesome!!! It has a flavor that is amazingly similar to a steak but with a different texture. This is an excellent recipe choice for someone on a restricted diet or trying to cut back on red meat. Read More