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Cheesy Pull-Apart Mushroom Sliders

I made some dinner rolls, and what better way to use those than to make some delicious, cheesy mushroom sliders? These are great to serve for game days, parties, or holidays.

close-up of cheesy mushroom sliders on the baking sheet after baking

These pull-apart mushroom sliders are packed with deliciously browned mushrooms layered with garlicky spinach, and a variation of my mozzarella cream sauce. The buns are brushed with garlic butter, and then it all bakes in the oven so that the mozzarella cream heats up, thickens, and becomes cheesy and sticky. You can then pull the stuffed sliders apart for a delicious, cheesy experience.

cheesy mushroom sliders on the baking sheet after baking

These sliders are delicious and versatile! You can change up the flavors with different herbs that you like. For added protein, you can include sliced tofu with the mushrooms, or mix in some white beans, or add a layer of thinly-sliced vegan meat substitute.

Mushroom sliders are absolutely amazing with so many flavors and textures going on, and they require just a little bit of work. Just cook the mushrooms, then use the same pan to cook the spinach with garlic and pepper flakes(trust me this makes amazing spinach that you can use anywhere!). Blend up the mozzarella cream sauce, layer it all together, and bake. There’s no need to cook the mozzarella cream sauce ahead, because it will heat up and cook while the rolls are baking.

Enjoy pulling apart these cheesy, gooey, mushroom sliders for a delicious treat everyone will love!

Why You’ll Love Cheesy Mushroom Sliders

perfect, decadent treat for game day, parties, or holidays
super creamy, cheesy filling packed with mushrooms and garlicky spinach
soft, fluffy rolls are so satisfying to pull apart and snack on!
easy to make gluten-free, soy-free, and/or nut-free

More Game Day Snacks

Spicy, Crispy Kung Pao Cauliflower
jalapeño popper pinwheels
Spinach pinwheels
Everything bagel cheeseball
Cashew Nacho Cheese Dip

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Malvani Chicken Curry (Western Indian Coconut, Kashmiri Chili, Onion Curry) gluten-free, nut-free

Explore regional Indian cuisine with me and Try this fantastic Malvani Chikin curry! Western Indian spicy caramelized onion, toasted coconut and kashmiri chili sauce with crisp tofu! This sauce is flavor packed and has its own malvani masala spice blend! 1-pan meal meal that’s delicious served over rice or with flatbread or naan.

malvani chicken curry in the pan after cooking

Malvani cuisine originates from the western coastal region in India. It has overlap with Maharashtrian(cuisine of state of maharashtra in India) as well as Goan cuisines and includes a lot of fish and local meat dishes. The flavors are very specific to the cuisine, with its own spice mixes (malvani masala or malvani garam masala) and cooking techniques.

I’ve been exploring amazing regional flavors from various parts of India and brining you vegan versions, simplified or inspired dishes and today we are making vegan malvani chicken curry! For the sauce base, we use a blended roasted onion and coconut mixture, which is called vatan, making our own malvani spice blend with some spices, and using crisped up tofu in place of the meat. You can use other protein such as chickpea tofu, vegan chickin or beans as well. Traditionally, you don’t add any cream to this curry, but you can add some(it will also balance out the heat), add in some cashew cream or other non-dairy cream right at the end.

close-up of malvani chicken curry in the pan after cooking

The sauce and spice mix includes a lot of Kashmiri chili powder (I know right, you need some!) and black pepper, so it can get pretty hot. You can reduce these spices to suit your heat preferences, if needed.

Like I mentioned above, we make the flavorful Malvani masala spice blend from scratch. It is so delicious! If you have access to Malvani garam masala, I recommend using it in this recipe instead of the spice mix that I’m making below, to reduce active time. Just mix it with two teaspoons of Kashmiri chili powder and use. You can use this fragrant spicy blend over roasted veggies or with beans. It’s flavorful and can be used in many ways!

Key features of Malvani Curry

Malvani masala: this spice blend and the curry are known for the deep red color. It can be made with milder chilies with deeper color like byadagi chilies and Kashmiri chilies. I am using Kashmiri chili powder for a quicker version

Vatan: the sauce made with blended caramelized onion and toasted coconut makes the base of the curry. It adds a delicious sweet toasty flavor and some texture.

Slow long cooking: the longer cooking time helps the flavors meld and the colors to show up. The sauce when well cooked will get a glaze of the deep red color and a settled flavor. Before that state, the coconut might be a stronger flavor and the sauce might be lighter.