Description
Garlic butter sautéed mushrooms shine as a simple yet luxurious side dish that elevates any meal. Earthy mushrooms dance in rich, golden butter with fragrant garlic, creating a mouthwatering companion that will make you crave another bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 lb (907 g) mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) butter
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) avocado oil
- 3 cloves garlic
Seasoning:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Optional Flavoring (Choose ONE):
- 1 ½ tablespoons (22 ml) Worcestershire sauce
- 1 ½ tablespoons (22 ml) balsamic vinegar
- 1 ½ tablespoons (22 ml) soy sauce
Garnish:
- Chopped parsley or other herbs
Instructions
- Carefully clean the mushrooms under cool running water, then pat them completely dry using paper towels to prevent excess moisture during cooking.
- Slice larger mushrooms into uniform halves or quarters, ensuring consistent size for even caramelization and texture.
- Place a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat, allowing the pan to become thoroughly hot before adding mushrooms.
- Arrange mushrooms in a single layer across the pan’s surface, creating enough space between pieces to promote proper browning instead of steaming.
- Allow mushrooms to cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes, letting them release natural moisture and develop a rich, golden-brown exterior.
- Once liquid significantly reduces, introduce avocado oil and butter to the pan, creating a flavorful sautéing environment.
- Sprinkle minced garlic throughout the pan, stirring continuously to prevent burning and distribute aromatic flavors evenly.
- Incorporate Worcestershire sauce or balsamic vinegar to enhance the mushrooms’ depth and complexity.
- Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until mushrooms reach a deep golden-brown color and absorb surrounding flavors.
- Remove from heat and season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to complement the mushrooms’ earthy profile.
- Garnish with finely chopped parsley for a fresh, vibrant finish.
- Transfer immediately to a serving dish, ensuring the mushrooms remain warm and retain their robust, buttery essence.
Notes
- Mushroom magic starts with careful selection, ensuring each fungus looks firm and free from blemishes.
- Drying thoroughly prevents steaming and helps achieve that perfect golden-brown sear every home cook craves.
- Uniform chopping guarantees consistent cooking, transforming ordinary mushrooms into a restaurant-worthy side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg