chive buttered chicken o' the woods and lemon zest brown rice

for a very short time in late summer/early fall you can find the infamous "chicken of the woods" mushrooms at the local co-op.  these delicious mushrooms have a slight orange tinted skin and a creamy white body.  they get their name because, well, they actually do taste a lot like chicken...it's crazy weird.

i like to simply saute mine up with some herb infused earth balance and a little salt and pepper.  you really don't need to complicate them since they carry such a unique flavor.

also, these mushrooms aren't cheap, usually running $20 per pound, but treat yourself to a piece or two, it's well worth it.

   

chive buttered chicken o’ the woods mushrooms w/ lemon zest brown rice

 serves 4

½ lb chicken of the woods mushrooms

1 clove garlic - minced

2 tbsp fresh chopped chives

2 tbsp earth balance

1 1/2 cup brown rice (prepared per package directions)

½ lemon (and some zest)

parsley for garnish

olive oil

salt and pepper to taste

in a small bowl combine your earth balance with the chives.  let sit out at room temp for a while to soften as it will be easier to combine.

 brush your mushrooms off with a slightly damp cloth and slice into long strips.

prepare the rice per the package directions.   when it is in it’s final 3-5 minutes of cooking, squeeze ½ lemon in with the rice and toss 1 tsp of lemon zest in as well.

in a medium skillet add your garlic, sliced mushrooms and the earth balance.  saute’ until slightly browned.  add salt and pepper to taste.

lay your mushroom mixture on top of a little of the rice. 

add chopped parsley for garnish.

serve with a cold pinot grigio.

enjoy!

Comments

[Cartridge Recycling]

I loved the way you exlpained things. Much better many here

Regards
Kristina

[The Voracious Vegan]

Wow! This dish looks absolutely delicious. I've never tried that kind of mushroom but I would love to, you make them sound (and look) so tasty!

[Meagan]

Jes-

i think the foraging season has ended here as well...looking forward to next year!!

[Meagan]

J- i can find them only at my coop, but wholefoods may carry them...i would give them a call and see...you never know!

[J]

Is this a co-op/farmer's market only type find or do you think i could find it at a whole foods or other store like that?

[Jes]

I love love love love chicken of the woods mushrooms! I think the foraging season for them just finished up here--we're on to hen of the woods now--but man, I had some great meals with them. I love the herb infused earth balance idea! I'll have to stash that away for next year!