Italian Mushrooms in Vinegar (Funghi Al Salamoia)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1

Amazing Italian Mushrooms in Vinegar (Funghi Al Salamoia) Recipe

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

0.5g

Fat

0.5g

Italian mushrooms in vinegar, also know as Funghi Al Salamoia, is a traditional Italian appetizer, frequently served as a starter in Osterias and Trattorias. The dish is famous for its sour taste and pairs wonderfully with different kinds of bread, as well as meats and cheese. The recipe is incredibly easy to prepare and is a great way to impress your guests with a traditional and authentic Italian dish. It is widely consumed in Italy, and you can even find tourist attractions centered around this dish, such as the Funghi Al Salamoia Festival held every year in Calabria, Italy.

Instructions

1.	Clean the mushrooms, slice them thinly and put them in a bowl.
2.	Put all your whole spices and garlic into the salted vinegar and heat up.
3.	When the mixture reaches boiling point take it off the heat and pour it onto the mushrooms, stir.
4.	Let the mixture cool down and refrigerate it for at least 24 hours before serving.
5.	Serve as a side dish or appetizer with crackers or bread slices.
6.

PROS

Italian Mushrooms in Vinegar is an affordable dish and easy to prepare in almost no time.
They can be stored in your refrigerator for a couple of weeks, making them a great appetizer when guests come around.

Mushrooms are packed with nutrients and only contain around 44 calories per cup, making them a great snack for those following a diet plan.

CONS

Some people might not find the dish appealing due to the sour flavor.
In addition to this, it is prepared with vinegar, which might not suit everyone’s taste buds.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mushrooms are a rich source of powerful nutrients like antioxidants, vitamin D, selenium and many others that contribute to a healthy immune system and help fight chronic diseases such as cancer, heart disease and diabetes. Vinegar has been shown to lower blood sugar levels, decrease insulin resistance, and aid in weight loss.

	1/2 lb button mushroom
	1 tablespoon whole spices
	1 garlic clove
	1 1/2 cups wine vinegar or 1 1/2 cups cider vinegar
	1 teaspoon salt