How to Cook Morel Mushrooms

Introduction

Morel mushrooms are one of the most sought-after wild mushrooms thanks to their unique honeycomb texture and deep, earthy flavor, not commonly seen in the supermarkets but rather high end restaurants. These can either be foraged for "fresh" Morel mushrooms but you will find the dried counterparts much more readily available online.

Cooking with morels can elevate any dish, whether you’re making a sauce to go with your comforting pork belly dinner, or a versatile sauce to go with steak.

In this guide, you’ll learn how to cook morel mushrooms properly, plus get a step-by-step recipe that combines pork belly, silky celeriac mash, and a luxurious morel sauce.

Why Morel Mushrooms Are Special

• Unique flavor: Nutty, earthy, and slightly meaty.

• Gourmet status: A seasonal delicacy prized by chefs.

• Versatility: Pairs beautifully with pork, steak, and Pastas

Tip: Always cook morels before eating. Raw morels can cause stomach upset. Always check if you should cook mushrooms before consuming! You can see our guide on which mushrooms you can consume raw here.

We have many dried mushrooms available within our range, some sharing just as high regard in culinary status such as our Dried Porcini Mushrooms.

Morel Mushroom Recipes

Ribeye Steak with Fried Egg & Mustard Morel Sauce

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Serves: 1

Ingredients

Method

1. Prepare the Steak

   • Let the ribeye rest at room temperature for 20 minutes.

   • Rub with olive oil, then season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper on both sides.

2. Cook the Steak & Egg

   • Heat a griddle pan until very hot.

   • Cook the ribeye for 2 minutes per side for a rare finish (adjust to taste).

   • While the steak cooks, fry the egg until golden around the edges.

3. Make the Mustard Morel Sauce

   • Soak the dried morels in 200ml of boiling water for 5 minutes.

   • Add chunky wholegrain mustard, flour, butter, garlic purée, salt, and pepper.

   • Stir and cook until thick and chunky in texture.

4. Serve & Enjoy

   • Place the ribeye steak on a warm plate.

   • Top with the fried egg.

   • Generously pour over the mustard morel sauce and serve immediately.

Pork Belly with Celeriac Mash & Morel Sauce

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 3 hrs
Total Time: ~3 hrs 20 mins
Serves: 4

Ingredients

Method

1. Cook the Pork Belly

   • Preheat fan oven to 120°C.

   • Place the pork belly in a foil “dish” and wrap tightly so it cooks in its own fat (confit style).

   • Roast for 2½ hours, turning halfway and tightening the foil.

   • Increase oven temp to 240°C fan for the final 30 minutes to crisp the crackling.

2. Prepare the Celeriac Mash

   • Peel and dice the celeriac.

   • Boil in milk until soft.

   • Transfer to a blender with olive oil, nutmeg, garlic purée, salt, pepper, butter, and English mustard.

   • Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside until plating.

3. Make the Morel Sauce

   • Heat 200ml water with the mushroom stock cube.

   • Add dried morels and simmer for 5 minutes.

   • Stir in a sprinkling of Bisto gravy granules to thicken.

   • Finish with a knob of butter for a glossy texture.

4. Plate & Serve

   • Slice the pork belly into portions.

   • Spoon creamy celeriac mash onto the plate.

   • Lay the pork belly slices on top.

   • Pour over the rich morel sauce and garnish with parsley.

This dish balances the richness of confit pork belly, the creaminess of celeriac mash, and the earthy depth of a glossy morel sauce — making it a perfect centrepiece for a gourmet dinner.

Nutritional Value of Morel Mushrooms

Morel mushrooms may be light, but they're densely packed with nutrients. Just 100 g of raw morels offers a low-calorie boost of protein, fiber, and vital minerals—including iron, phosphorus, and copper—alongside vitamin D and B-vitamins. Their earthy flavor and nutritional richness make them a fantastic, healthy addition to meals.