Description
This Simple and Savory Sautéed Mushrooms recipe features fresh cremini or button mushrooms cooked to tender perfection in olive oil with garlic, seasoned with salt and pepper, and finished with fresh herbs. It makes a quick and delicious side dish or topping that complements a variety of meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Mushrooms
- 16 ounces Fresh Mushrooms (cremini or button), cleaned and sliced evenly
Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (extra virgin recommended)
- 2-3 cloves Garlic, minced finely
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper, freshly cracked
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs (parsley or thyme), chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Mushrooms: Clean the mushrooms thoroughly using a damp cloth to remove dirt and slice them evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering to start cooking the mushrooms properly.
- Cook Mushrooms Undisturbed: Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet in a single layer and cook without stirring for about 5 minutes to allow them to brown nicely.
- Sauté Mushrooms: Gently stir the mushrooms and continue to sauté for another 5 to 7 minutes until they become tender and develop a rich brown color.
- Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not burnt.
- Season: Sprinkle salt and freshly cracked black pepper over the mushrooms, stirring well to distribute the flavors evenly.
- Final Cook: Cook for another 2 minutes to blend the seasoning with the mushrooms, then remove the skillet from heat.
- Garnish: Sprinkle the chopped fresh herbs over the sautéed mushrooms for a fresh and herbal finish.
- Serve: Serve warm as a flavorful side dish or use as a topping for meats, pastas, or toasted bread.
Notes
- Use a large skillet to avoid overcrowding the mushrooms, which helps in achieving better browning.
- Extra virgin olive oil is recommended for its flavor, but you can substitute with butter or another cooking oil if preferred.
- Fresh herbs can be varied based on preference; thyme or parsley both complement the mushrooms well.
- This recipe is best served immediately to enjoy the mushrooms’ texture and flavor.
- For a vegan option, stick with olive oil and fresh herbs.
