By Garima Johar
June 4, 2026
Button mushrooms simmered in an onion-and-tomato-based masala are among the favourite recipes in North Indian homes. To make the restaurant-style dish at home, follow this mushroom masala recipe.
400 grams button mushrooms 1 onion 3 tomatoes 1 ginger 2 cloves garlic 3 tablespoons oil 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 2 cloves 1 inch cinnamon stick 2 green cardamoms 1 black cardamom 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon coriander powder 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon red chilli powder 1/2 teaspoon garam masala Salt to taste Chopped coriander leaves
Heat some oil and sauté cumin seeds, cloves, cinnamon, green cardamom, black cardamom, and a bay leaf.
Cook chopped onion till golden, and add ginger, garlic, and pureed tomatoes.
Add all the spices and sliced mushroom.
Balance the consistency by adding some water. Cook till the mushrooms are tender.
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.