# Monster Bites (Pickled Mushrooms)

These "Monster Bites" are juicy, garlicky pickled mushrooms that are savory, tangy, and dangerously addictive.

- Servings: 4 servings
- Total time: 15 min
- Category: Appetizer
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 1 lb whole button mushrooms
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 0.5 cup water
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 0.5 tsp black peppercorns
- 1 tsp dried oregano or thyme
- 1 tbsp olive oil

## Instructions

1. Clean mushrooms and lightly score the tops with a small knife.
2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and blanch mushrooms for 5 minutes.
3. Drain and let cool slightly.
4. Pack mushrooms into a clean jar with garlic, mustard seeds, red pepper flakes, peppercorns, and herbs.
5. In a saucepan, heat vinegar, water, sugar, and salt until fully dissolved.
6. Pour hot brine over mushrooms until fully submerged.
7. Drizzle olive oil on top, let cool, then seal and refrigerate.

## Equipment

- pot
- small knife
- jar
- saucepan

## Tips

- Perfect for charcuterie boards, burgers, or straight from the jar.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&v=26344358651815859
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/979319af-fc6f-4acc-9de5-ebc41fb68526
- Extracted: 2026-02-19

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