BBQ Mushroom Meat Loaf Recipe
This tasty meat loaf with shiitake mushroom is a great summer grilling sensation.
Ingredients:
12 shiitake mushrooms, about 6 oz. total (each 1 1/2 to 2” across)
Extra virgin olive oil
1 cup Breadcrumbs
1/4 cup Milk
2 lbs. ground chuck (80% lean)
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 Tbsp. Garlic, minced
1 tsp. Thyme, dried
1 tsp. Kosher Salt
1/2 tsp. Fresh Black Pepper, finely ground
1/3 cup Barbecue Sauce
Directions:
Remove and discard the tough stems from the mushrooms and generously brush or spray them with oil. Grill over Direct Medium heat until barely tender, 6 to 7 minutes, turning once or twice. When cool enough to handle, cut the mushrooms into 1/4” pieces.
In a medium bowl combine the breadcrumbs and milk, mix well, and let stand while combining the rest of the ingredients. In a large bowl, combine the meatloaf ingredients, including the mushrooms and soaked breadcrumbs. Using your hands, mix the ingredients thoroughly but do not overwork. Form into a loaf about 9” long and 5” wide. Place the loaf in the middle of a disposable aluminum pan. Grill over Indirect Medium heat for 45 minutes.
After 45 minutes of grilling, brush the barbecue sauce over the top and sides of the meat loaf and continue to grill until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F, 40 to 45 minutes more. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes. Cut into 1” slices and serve warm.
And Enjoy!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Grilling Time: 1 1/2 hours
Yields: 6 to 8 servings
