Crisp Maitake Mushrooms on a bed of Hummus

YIELD Serves 4

TIME 15 minutes

INGREDIENTS

• 3 tbsp. olive oil

• 4 oz. Maitake mushrooms

• Chopped parsley for garnish

• hummus of choice

• Pita bread for serving

INSTRUCTIONS

• Heat 3 tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the Maitake mushrooms. Cook, tossing occasionally, allowing the mushroom to brown on each side. Cook until very crisp and dark golden, approximately 10 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined dish to drain, then sprinkle generously with salt while the mushrooms are still hot.

• Spread the hummus onto a serving plate, and add crisp mushrooms on top. Garnish with parsley and cayenne, as well as a drizzle of olive oil.