Sauteed Mushrooms
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Sauteed Mushrooms
Description
This recipe involves cooking button mushrooms sliced thickly in butter over medium-high heat. As they cook, the mushrooms release liquid, which evaporates to allow caramelization on their surface, producing a deeper flavor and pleasant texture. Seasoning with salt and pepper balances and enhances their natural taste. Minced garlic is added in the final minute of cooking to avoid burning, imparting a mild aromatic flavor. Finally, chopped parsley is sprinkled on top before serving to add brightness and a touch of color.
The resulting sauteed mushrooms have a rich, buttery flavor with caramelized edges and tender insides. They work well as a warm side dish alongside meat, poultry, or vegetarian meals. This method can be adjusted to include different mushroom varieties such as cremini, oyster, or shiitake for varied texture and flavor profiles.
Cutting the mushrooms thick helps maintain their bite during cooking. During the saute, patience to allow liquid evaporation is key to achieving the right caramelization without sogginess.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 pound button mushrooms cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pan over medium high heat.
- Add the mushrooms. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 minutes or until most of the liquid has evaporated and mushrooms are caramelized.
- Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute, stirring constantly.
- Sprinkle with parsley, then serve.
Notes
- Slicing mushrooms thick ensures easier eating and retains texture; whole mushrooms may be used but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Allow mushroom liquid to fully evaporate during cooking to develop a caramelized surface.
- Other mushroom varieties like cremini, oyster, or shiitake can be substituted for button mushrooms.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 127 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 127kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 105mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 360mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 350IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 2.9mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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