Provencal Mushrooms
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Provencal Mushrooms
Description
The recipe begins by sautéing thick mushroom slices in a hot pan to encourage them to release their moisture. A pinch of salt and minced onion are added early, allowing them to simmer together until the liquid evaporates, intensifying the mushroom flavor. Adding olive oil afterward promotes browning at the edges, introducing a pleasant texture contrast. Minced garlic and black pepper are briefly cooked to preserve their aroma without burning.
The final addition of chopped parsley and a splash of lemon juice right at serving introduces fresh herbal notes and acidity that balance the richness from the oil and mushrooms. The result is a dish with tender mushrooms that have both savory depth and a bright finish. This simple but flavorful side or vegetarian dish highlights mushroom textures and natural earthiness.
Provencal Mushrooms can be served as an accompaniment to meat or poultry, atop toasted bread for a starter, or alongside other Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Its balance of flavors and ease of preparation make it a versatile part of a meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound meadow mushroom or regular button mushrooms
- 1/2 cup onion minced
- salt
- black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic minced, cloves
- 1/4 cup parsley chopped
- lemon juice to taste
Instructions
- Wipe the mushrooms clean with a damp paper towel or cloth. Slice thickly and put in a large saute pan. Set the pan over medium-high heat. Soon the mushrooms will begin to sizzle. Shake the pan often to keep the mushrooms moving in the pan. After a couple minutes they will begin to release their water. Sprinkle a healthy pinch of salt over them now and add the minced onion. In a few more minutes the mushrooms and onion will be bathing in boiling mushroom water. Let this boil until the liquid is almost all gone.
- Add the olive oil and toss to coat. Saute until everything begins to brown a bit at the edges, then add the garlic and a little black pepper. Cook another 90 seconds, then add the parsley and toss to combine. Splash a little lemon juice over everything riht as you serve.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 100 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 100kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 10mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 567mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 316IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 34mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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