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Mexican · Dessert

Cumin and garlic Mushroom Cake

The kind of Mexican plate you make on repeat. cumin and garlic, a proper sear, and a finish of fresh herbs.

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Prep25 min
Cook35 min
Serves6
LevelMedium
Free to cook
Cumin and garlic Mushroom Cake
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the cumin and garlic elements, and pat the mushroom dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the mixed mushrooms and sear until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the cotija cheese and the rest of the cumin and garlic flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the red onion along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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