Roast Oyster Mushrooms with Thyme
800-900g of mushrooms will make about 500g of roasted oyster mushrooms
- oyster mushrooms
- olive oil
- fresh thyme or dried thyme
- salt
- black pepper
Prep the mushrooms
Brush off any dirt or wipe with a damp cloth or mushroom brush. Do not wash
Slice the larger oyster mushrooms in half or quarter in line with the stem
Put into a large baking bowl
Drizzle with enough olive oil to lightly coat
Add thyme:Fresh: 4–6 sprigs, leaves strippedDried: ½–1 tsp (crush between fingers) Season with salt and black pepper.
Use a large spoon to mix by lifting mushroom from the bottom and turning over to add to the top.
Roast
Put mushrooms on a large roasting tray (single layer).
Roast at 220°C (200°C fan) for 18–25 minutes. Halfway through, turn the mushrooms so they colour evenly.
They’re done when: edges are golden and crisp; centres are tender and juicy