Fried Oyster Mushrooms
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
96 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
Fried Oyster Mushrooms
Description
This recipe for Fried Oyster Mushrooms uses fresh oyster mushrooms torn into bite-sized pieces and sautéed in butter on medium heat. Thyme is added early in the cooking process to infuse flavor into the mushrooms as they release moisture and brown. Once nearly browned, minced garlic, fresh parsley, and additional butter are stirred in to finish cooking and add richness.
The mushrooms achieve a balance of tenderness with some browned edges, carrying subtle herbal notes from the thyme and freshness from parsley. An optional addition of dry white wine can be cooked down to add acidity and complexity.
These mushrooms can be served hot on their own as a side, atop toasted bread for a light appetizer, or alongside other dishes to complement flavors. Their buttery garlic-herb coating enhances their natural umami.
The notes specify that oyster mushrooms tear easily and will shrink during cooking, so consider portion size when preparing. This detail ensures the desired texture and appearance.
Ingredients
- ½ lb oyster mushrooms Approximately 3 cups of sliced mushrooms
- 3 tablespoon butter or margarine for vegan version, divided
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme Rosemary or savory are good alternatives, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoon parsley finely chopped
Instructions
- Using your hands or a knife, pull or cut the oyster mushrooms apart into desired size chunks.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter (or margarine) in a large frying pan on medium heat. Once butter is melted and starts to bubble, add in the chopped thyme and mushrooms. Stir them around and then let them fry. First they will release any extra water and then they will start to brown.
- Once they are almost as brown as you want them, stir in the garlic, parsley and remaining tablespoon of butter and finish frying until they are as brown as you like.
- Optional* You can add in 2 tablespoon of dry white wine at this point and let it cook down until the mushrooms are dry again. This is completely optional but adds a little acidity and a restaurant quality flavor.Serve while hot by themselves, on top of toast or alongside your favorite main course.
Notes
- Oyster mushrooms tear easily and shrink when cooked; choose chunk sizes accordingly.
- Using fresh herbs like thyme and parsley enhances the aroma and flavor.
- Optional addition of dry white wine adds acidity and depth if cooked down with mushrooms.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 96 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 96kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 86mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 258mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 482IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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