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#5under5: Buffalo Sweet Potato Stuffed Mushrooms
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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#5under5: Buffalo Sweet Potato Stuffed Mushrooms [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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This is part of our #5under5 recipe series, a collection of original plant-based recipes made by yours truly that cost less than $5 per serving and can be made with only five ingredients. No way, right?! Let's say it's Friday night and you forgot you need to make something to bring... Read More

Ingredients You Need for #5under5: Buffalo Sweet Potato Stuffed Mushrooms [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

The main ingredients in this recipe are: mushrooms, sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and hot sauce. Other pantry items include garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

12 baby Bella mushroom caps – $2.50
1 large sweet potato – $0.80
1/2 cup cooked chickpeas – $0.40
1 tablespoon plus two teaspoons Buffalo-style hot sauce (add more or less according to heat preference) – $0.35
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh chives or another herb of your choice, for garnish (optional)

Total cost per serving: $4.05

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How to Prepare #5under5: Buffalo Sweet Potato Stuffed Mushrooms [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

To Prepare the Mushrooms:

Prepare the mushrooms by cleaning and de-stemming them so their middles are hollow. Add the mushrooms to a large heat-proof bowl with about 1/2-inch of water. Cover and microwave on high for 30 seconds to one minute, until the mushrooms are tender and cooked through. Alternatively, you can steam the mushrooms on the stovetop over medium heat until you achieve the same result. Set aside.

To Make the Buffalo Sweet Potato Pâté:

Prepare your sweet potato by microwaving it on high for 6-8 minutes, until it is fork-tender. Alternatively, you can roast the potato in a 400°F oven or cut it into chunks and steam on the stovetop. Once the sweet potato is cooked, let it cool slightly before proceeding to make the pâté.
In a food processor, add the cooked sweet potato, chickpeas, hot sauce, olive oil (if using), and spices. Pulse until you achieve a texture similar to thick, creamy hummus. Taste for seasoning and adjust the amount of hot sauce according to your taste preference. We found that the Buffalo flavor gets slightly muted when paired with the mushrooms, so err on the side of more hot sauce than you think you'll need.
At this point, the mushrooms should be cool enough to handle and ready to fill. Take a rounded tablespoon of filling and stuff it into the mushroom cap. Repeat until all mushrooms are stuffed with a generous amount of pâté. Garnish with black pepper, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of hot sauce. Serve warm.

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Notes

We also tried this recipe using portobello mushroom caps and absolutely loved them, so we highly recommend that option. They are a tad pricier than the baby Bellas, but if you have a little extra money to spend definitely go for that option. Just cut them into pieces like you would a pizza when ready to serve. If you don't like portobellos, we also tested this recipe with white button mushrooms, which also work beautifully. The cost of the serving size above is based on the NYC Metro Area product pricing below: 10-ounce box of baby Bella mushrooms: $2.50 3 pound bag of sweet potatoes: $4.50 15-ounce can of chickpeas: $0.80 12-ounce bottle of Buffalo-style hot sauce: $5.00

Nutritional Information

Note: The information shown is based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.