Ingredients

4 pounds fresh porcini mushrooms
5 1-pint canning jars with lids and rings
3 1/2 cups water
1 cup white vinegar
1 onion , roughly chopped
1 tablespoon superfine sugar
1 teaspoon salt
6 whole black peppercorns , or to taste
2 whole allspice berries
1 bay leaf
Grzybki Marynowane, also known as Pickled Wild Mushrooms, is a popular snack in Europe, often served as an appetizer or as a topping for bread or crackers. The mushrooms used in this recipe are foraged from the wild and are prized for their meaty texture, earthy flavor, and health benefits. Pickling the mushrooms in a tangy and savory brine enhances their flavor and increases their shelf life. Grzybki Marynowane is a perfect snack for mushroom lovers, foodies, and anyone looking for a healthy and delicious snack option.

Instructions

1.Clean the mushrooms thoroughly and pat dry.
2.In a large pot, combine the water, vinegar, onion, sugar, salt, peppercorns, allspice berries, and bay leaf to make the pickling brine.
3.Bring the brine to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
4.Add the mushrooms to the pot, making sure they are submerged in the brine.
5.Simmer the mushrooms for 10 minutes, or until they are soft and tender.
6.Using a slotted spoon, fill the canning jars with the mushrooms and brine.
7.Seal the jars with the lids and rings, and let them cool to room temperature.
8.The pickled mushrooms can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

PROS

Grzybki Marynowane is a savory, tangy and flavorful snack that can be enjoyed on its own or with grated cheese or crackers.

The pickling process preserves the mushrooms, making them a perfect snack all year round.

CONS

Wild mushrooms can be difficult to find and may be expensive.

If not prepared carefully, pickling mushrooms can be unsafe as some mushrooms can be poisonous.

It is important to identify and clean the mushrooms before pickling them.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mushrooms are a nutritional powerhouse, rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber.
They are low in calories, making them an ideal food for weight control and management of chronic diseases.
The vinegar in the pickling brine may help improve digestive health and may also have antimicrobial and antifungal properties.

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