Manitaria Afelia Mushrooms in Red Wine with Coriander

Transform your table with the rustic, Mediterranean flavors of Manitaria Afelia, a dish of tender mushrooms bathed in an aromatic red wine and coriander sauce. This traditional Greek-Cypriot recipe elevates humble button or cremini mushrooms with the warmth of crushed coriander seeds, earthy cinnamon, and the depth of dry red wine, creating a balanced and comforting flavor profile. Simmered slowly until the sauce thickens to a luscious glaze, these mushrooms pair beautifully with crusty bread, as a mezze, or alongside roasted vegetables. Ready in just 40 minutes, this vegan-friendly recipe is perfect for entertaining or adding a touch of elegance to your everyday table. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, and indulge in this vibrant and flavorful culinary tradition.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 500 grams Button or cremini mushrooms
• 1 medium Red onion, finely chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons Coriander seeds, crushed
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 1 Bay leaf
• 250 milliliters Dry red wine
• 100 milliliters Vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Clean the mushrooms thoroughly with a damp cloth or paper towel to remove any dirt. Cut larger mushrooms in half, leaving smaller ones whole.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped red onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and crushed coriander seeds, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the mushrooms to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their juices and begin to brown.

Step 6

Add the cinnamon stick and bay leaf to the pan. Pour in the red wine and vegetable stock, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Season with salt and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until the liquid reduces to a rich sauce and the mushrooms have absorbed the flavors.

Step 8

Remove the cinnamon stick and bay leaf before serving.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot as a mezze, side dish, or over crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1025.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	814.3

Total Fat 45.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2643.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.8g	0%
Total Sugars 16.3g
Protein 19.9g	0%

Vitamin D 35IU	0%
Calcium 225.1mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 3011.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.1%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 28.2%