Welcome to your new favorite side dish! A handful of simple ingredients and just 20 minutes of your time is all it takes to transform the humble mushroom into a side dish that’s bursting with flavor. So, mushroom doubters, make way – these sautéed mushrooms are nothing short of spectacular! Whether you’re topping off a juicy steak, complementing tender Baked Chicken Thighs, or adding a gourmet touch to your burgers, this sauteed mushrooms recipe is a game-changer.
Preparing and Cleaning Mushrooms
To clean mushrooms, gently brush off dirt using a damp cloth or paper towel. Avoid any with a sour smell or sliminess. If buying pre-packaged, check for a dry, intact container. Store them in a paper bag in the fridge to keep them fresh until you’re ready to cook, ensuring the best flavor for your dish.
What Mushrooms Are Best
We find Baby Bellas, chestnut, or Cremini mushrooms work best for this recipe as they have a deeper flavor than white mushrooms. That said, if white mushrooms are your thing – go for it! This method is gentle and effective, ensuring the mushrooms don’t absorb excess water, which can affect their texture and cooking. It’s a quick and efficient way to prepare them for any recipe without waterlogging the mushrooms. For slicing mushrooms, start by cutting off any tough parts of the stem. Then, slice the mushrooms evenly, aiming for uniform thickness. This ensures even cooking.
Step By Step Instructions
Before you begin cooking this sautéed mushrooms recipe, gather all your ingredients. You’ll need 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of olive oil, 1 pound (about 450 grams) of brown mushrooms, salt and pepper, 1 tablespoon (14 grams) of salted butter, 4 medium-sized cloves of garlic, and a generous handful of fresh parsley or other herbs, chopped finely. To start cooking, pour 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of olive oil into a large skillet. Make sure your skillet is big enough so the mushrooms can fit in one layer without overcrowding. Turn the heat to medium-high and let the oil warm up. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the cleaned and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Toss them gently in the oil, ensuring each mushroom gets coated evenly. This helps them cook uniformly and turn golden brown. Spread the mushrooms in a single layer across the skillet. Now, let them cook without stirring for about 4 to 5 minutes. The mushrooms will start to brown on the edges and reduce in size. If the skillet looks a bit dry, add a little more olive oil. Give the mushrooms a gentle stir and let them cook for another 2 minutes without stirring. This extra time helps ensure the mushrooms are fully cooked and have a nice, even browning. Then, add the garlic to the pan. Cook the garlic with the mushrooms for about 30 seconds, but watch closely to make sure the garlic doesn’t burn. Garlic can burn quickly and give a bitter taste. Next, sprinkle your chopped parsley (or other herbs) over the mushrooms. Reduce the heat to medium-low before adding 2 tablespoons (30 grams) of salted butter. Stir everything together in the skillet. Continue cooking for 3 to 4 more minutes. The butter will melt and coat the mushrooms during this time, giving them a rich, savory flavor. Stir frequently to ensure the mushrooms are evenly coated. Once the mushrooms are coated with butter and herbs, they will be served.
To Freeze: Once cooled, put the mushrooms in freezer-safe containers or bags, label them with the date, and freeze them for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat gently to serve. Erren’s Kitchen is written and produced for informational intentions only. We are not certified nutritionists, and the nutritional information found on this site has not been assessed or authorized by a nutritionist or the FDA. The nutritional information found in our recipes is offered as an estimate and should not be considered a guarantee or fact. The estimated data is provided as a courtesy and calculated through a third-party online nutritional calculator, spoonacular API. Although we do our best to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered rough estimates. Many factors, such as brands or products purchased and the nutritional fluctuations that naturally occur in fresh produce, can alter the effectiveness of the nutritional information in any recipe. Furthermore, various online calculators provide different results depending on their particular algorithms and nutrition fact sources. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.
