Savory Air Fryer Mushroom and Leek

Mushrooms and leeks are two vegetables that love to brown, making them perfectly suited for air frying. This recipe is simple, yet delicious, and can be served as a side dish or added to your favorite pasta or rice dish.

This recipe is inspired by the classic French dish of sautéed mushrooms and leeks. However, instead of cooking the vegetables in a pan on the stovetop, we've opted to use an air fryer. This method results in vegetables that are evenly browned and crispy, with a tender-juicy interior.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 12 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 1 leek, sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, toss the mushrooms, leeks, olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread the mixture in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
4. Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and slightly browned.
5. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• Air frying the vegetables allows them to brown evenly without having to worry about stirring or flipping them.
• The hot air in the air fryer circulates around the vegetables, cooking them quickly and evenly.
• The thyme and salt help to season the vegetables, while the olive oil adds a touch of richness.