Recipe

In Spanish bars, a sizzling small plate of garlicky mushrooms is an essential tapa—a perfect accompaniment to drinks. The recipe is straightforward, yet its flavors are intensely aromatic. Your Geedel hand vegetable chopper instantly minces large amounts of garlic and parsley to the ideal consistency, letting you quickly prepare the essence of this small dish and enjoy Spanish-style conviviality anytime.

Ingredients:  

400g button or cremini mushrooms, halved or quartered  

8–10 garlic cloves  

Handful of fresh parsley  

½ cup extra virgin olive oil  

1 dried chili pepper (optional)  

1 tablespoon sherry or white wine  

Salt, black pepper  

Lemon wedges (for serving)  

Instructions:

1. Prepare the flavor base:  

   Cut the garlic and parsley into large chunks. Install the cross-shaped chopping blade in your Geedel manual food chopper.  

   Add the garlic, close the lid tightly, and turn the handle quickly until evenly minced. Add the parsley and pulse a few more times to combine. Remove and set aside.

2. Sauté the mushrooms:

   In a small skillet or frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the dried chili (if using) and half of the minced garlic mixture. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant and lightly golden—be careful not to burn the garlic.  

   Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until they soften, release their juices, and turn golden brown.

3. Season and finish:  

   Pour in the sherry and let the alcohol evaporate. Add the remaining garlic-parsley mixture, season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper, and toss quickly to combine.

4. Serve:  

   Immediately transfer the garlic mushrooms along with the flavorful oil to a small bowl or plate. Serve with crusty bread for dipping and fresh lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.

Summary:  

The appeal of this classic Spanish tapa lies in the perfect harmony of garlic, olive oil, and the umami richness of mushrooms. The Geedel vegetable chopper quickly provides a generous amount of evenly minced garlic and herbs—a task that would be time-consuming by hand—allowing you to recreate this irresistible European-style appetizer in just minutes.