Someone asked me the other day if I come up with my own recipes. Unless I say ‘adapted from’, or post a link from another website, it’s something I whipped up myself.
This is one recipe that I whipped up myself. I don’t usually follow recipes or instructions as I cook - I just cook, take pictures, and write them all down afterwards. It’s usually inspired from looking at so many blogs and food photography websites, and that pushes me to create something of my own. I guess I’ll show my thought process (aka directions) in each photo so you realize that sometimes, I’m pleasantly surprised something has come out worthy of posting!
…But I don’t show the disasterous attempts that I’ve made :)
And also, I don’t take photos of every single meal I make, while it looks consistently that way on my blog. If you’ve noticed, I posted 3 meals this week, 2 of which were from the weekend, and one from the weekday. We eat more than that!! It is also not a hassle to take photos of each step, as I just pick up the camera and go ‘click’ each time. I estimated it takes 5 minutes extra on top of my cooking time. I don’t know why I’m telling you all this, except that some people were concerned that it takes so much effort on my part, and looks like a hassle to them. I LIKE doing this. Believe me, I like photography as much as cooking, and if someone were to ask me what my ultimate job would be, it would be a TOUGH call. I enjoy doing this blog and having the chance to revamp my photography skills.
Portabello Mushroom Burger – with Mozzarella cheese, fresh baby spinach, and lemon-herb mayonnaise. (serves 2)
Ingredients:
- 2 Portobello mushrooms, washed
- 2 bread rolls (I used panini rolls)
- 2 small handfuls of fresh baby spinach, washed
- 2 large slices of cheese (I used mozzarella)
- Olive oil for drizzling
Marinade for mushrooms:
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 3 Tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 Tbsp italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
Lemon-Herb Mayonnaise:
- 2 Tbsp. mayonnaise
- wedge of lemon, juiced
- 1/2 tsp. dried rosemary
Directions:
Discard the stems and wash mushrooms thoroughly. I forgot to trim the stems and had a hard time grilling them, as my portable grill couldn’t close completely shut.
See….I make mistakes too. But I never claimed I was perfect, either.
Mix ingredients for a marinade in a bowl.
Place mushrooms and marinade in a bag and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Using a hard roll like this will prevent the burger from getting soggy from the juices of the mushrooms.
Cut in half, drizzle olive oil on the insides and toast the bread, either on a grill, toaster oven, or regular oven.
I used my George Foreman Grill for this burger. These are the disadvantages of living with no backyard…
Then place mushrooms on the grill. Grill for 5+ minutes or until you think they are ready. Most of the juices should have cooked out of the burger.
Mix ingredients for herbed mayo in a bowl.
Spread on rolls.
Place fresh baby spinach leaves on the rolls.
Place mushrooms on the bed of spinach, and top with cheese. The mushroom will be hot enough to wilt the spinach and melt the cheese.
And that’s it. I served mine with a side of homemade fries. Recipe coming soon…
great recipe! I love the mushroom touch!
Thank you! :)
Those look SO tasty! I’d go home and try those immediately, however I’m not sure I could sneak the mushrooms past JB. Convo would probably go like this:
JB: Are these mushrooms?
IP: No, they’re burgers
JB: They don’t look like burgers
IP: They’re burgers, just eat them
JB: Is this mayo?!?!? GROSS
IP: It’s for flavor, it won’t kill you
JB: You are trying to kill me – I KNEW IT
Food looks delicious as always! Keep up the great work! :)))))
These look so delicious! I have to make them myself :) I make mistakes all the time and laugh at myself. haha.
Irish Pirate – coat the thing in Dinosaur BBQ, wrap it in a blueberry pancake, then wrap it in a chicago deep dish pizza, deep fry it, and then cover it with guacamolito sauce.
Ambitious – Thanks for the comments! The mistakes just show that we’re all human and not machines generating food blogs :P
heyyyyyyyyy candyyyyyy.. yummmyyyyyyyy!!! this tastedd heavenly soooo soooo goood :D i made this today and my family loved it soo much.. told em my friend candy gave the recipe.. all the credits goes to ye :D
Looks awesome!
Nora – aww thanks Nora! I’m glad your family enjoyed it.
Hummingbird – Thank you!
This recipe is great and so easy! I made these last night but used a ciabatta roll and provolone cheese as well as fresh rosemary in the mayo. Delicious paired with homemade spicy sweet potato fries! Thanks for the recipe!
Beth – You read my mind! In a weird way, that is. I debated whether to use ciabatta vs. panini roll, and provolone vs. mozzarella! AND the sweet potato fries! You’re a genius! I’m glad you liked the recipe, and I can imagine your version being delicious.
this looks delicious, i love portobello burgers and the lemon mayonnaise is a new touch. thanks for the great recipe and photos!
You’re welcome Lola! :)
Looks Absolutely delicious .. im just wishing they sell portobello mushrooms around here … Laila .. http://lailablogs.com/
Thanks Laila! :)
Those look good I love grilled portabello mushroom burgers I even have a recipe for them. If you would like to see it or the collection of tips and recipes I have for grilling you can visit http://www.cookingandgrillinoutdoors.com
Thanks outdoorgriller! I’ll be sure to visit soon :)
Now this, I like. I’m a huge fan of mushrooms and burgers. I bet you don’t even miss the beef with this recipe.
These look so delicious.
I have to say you sound a bit like I do when someone actually tries to tell me that I do nothing but cook and take photographs…and blog! I don’t understand why people have to make it seem like you do nothing else! I do a lot of things. My response is quite similar. We eat everyday. I don’t post every single meal we eat! :-)
Lando – Thanks for the comment. Portobellos are great in the fact that they don’t taste like you’re eating a giant vegetable!
HoneyB – Aughh! I always have to convince ppl that I don’t do this all day. It takes me an hour to post, maybe 2 if there’s alot of photos. What was I going to do at home anyway, maybe watch TV?
Plus, you’re exactly right, we eat everyday. Why not write about it if we enjoy it.
I do, however, use alot of the stuff I cook for my stock photos, to sell them. So it’s my job anyway! You can’t beat that… (multi-tasking). :)
I love your blog! You have such amazing pictures. I just bought some portobellos the other day at the store. Thanks for the recipe and the reminder to cut off the stems. I prob would have forgotten. And like you, I have to resort to using a Foreman (but I love it). I live in the city and can’t BBQ :(
Nicole – The foreman grill is a savior for that whole BBQ’ing season when you live in an apt. Thanks for the comment! :)
I’m so glad I found this site…Keep up the good work I read a lot of blogs on a daily basis and for the most part, people lack substance but, I just wanted to make a quick comment to say GREAT blog. Thanks,
A definite great read…:)
-Bill-Bartmann
Loved these burgers!!!
Is there a way to print this recipe off the website without photos and comments?
Thank you!!!
Hi Donna! I haven’t made a way to print out a recipe on a separate page yet :( For now I guess just copy and paste onto a text program (like wordpad or notepad or microsoft word etc.)
I’m glad you liked the burgers! :)
Excellent! Thank you!
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This burger was so yummy! Since I don’t eat dairy products, I substituted the mayo for a vegan one and the cheese for a vegan mozzarella flavored cheese. My husband loved it!!! Thanks!
Liz – You’re welcome! I’m glad you liked it!
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This sounds good! I’ve made these burgers with the same marinade but topped with a mixture of blue cheese and mayo, grilled tomato, grilled red onion then fresh arugula. Yum!
I was recently at a big celebration dinner at The Broadmoor Hotel which is a swanky place here in Colorado. As the first course was served I of course pulled out my camera… I always take photos of beautiful food… right beside me another woman was doing the same thing….. We instantly bonded….. which our husbands just looked at the two of us and rolled their eyes. My hubby knows NOT to touch his food until I’ve taken my pictures….. This looks lovely and I would have taken photos too!
Absolutely delicious! I cooked a couple time for breakfast. My husband was surprised at how meaty and satisfying these were. It can be use as replacement meal as meat. Thanks for sharing this great recipe.
Lisa
http://www.bakingfrenzy.com
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