Yellowfoot Chanterelle Pasta


Yellowfoot chanterelles, also known as winter chanterelles, have a delicate flavor that pairs well with a variety of dishes. Here's a simple and delicious recipe to highlight their unique taste:

Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Servings
4
Category

Yellowfoot Chanterelles

Cuisine

Worldwide

Ingredients

  • 250g yellowfoot chanterelles, cleaned and trimmed
  • 250g pasta (Our Truffle tagleatelle works pretty well)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Directions

  1. Clean the yellowfoot chanterelles by gently brushing off any dirt or debris with a soft brush or cloth. Trim the ends if necessary. Avoid washing them as they can absorb water.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions around 8 min until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped shallot to the skillet and sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the cleaned yellowfoot chanterelles to the skillet with the garlic and shallot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are tender and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Once the mushrooms are cooked, add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the mushrooms. Toss everything together gently, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce and help it coat the pasta evenly.
  6. Season the pasta with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot.