Sauteed Mushrooms with Garlic and Thyme
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Sauteed Mushrooms with Garlic and Thyme
Description
The recipe calls for gently heating neutral oil in a skillet, then adding sliced mushrooms and cooking until they release moisture and begin to brown. Garlic, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper are added toward the end to avoid burning the garlic and to preserve the fresh herb aroma. The mushrooms finish cooking with a slight crisp and rich flavor.
This dish can be served as a simple side or as an accompaniment to meat or grain dishes. Optionally, green onions or chives may be sprinkled over the top for a fresh, mild onion note just before serving.
Practical advice includes wiping mushrooms clean rather than washing to prevent waterlogging, slicing them evenly for consistent cooking, preheating the pan to encourage proper searing, and avoiding overcrowding the skillet to prevent steaming instead of browning. Cooking in batches may be necessary depending on pan size.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil
- 1 pound baby bella mushroom sliced
- 3 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or ½ tablespoon of dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 2 tablespoons green onions sliced, optional
Instructions
- Gently heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. When hot, add the mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- When mushrooms have begun to release their water, continue stirring until they begin to brown. Add the garlic, thyme, and salt and pepper.
- Cook an additional minute or two to mellow the garlic and to turn golden. Take care not to let the garlic burn.
- Optionally, sprinkle with chives or green onions just before serving.
Notes
- Clean mushrooms by wiping with a damp cloth to avoid excess moisture.
- Slice mushrooms evenly for uniform cooking and browning.
- Preheat the pan to ensure mushrooms sear instead of steaming.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if needed to achieve good caramelization.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 125 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 125kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Sodium | 597mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 1075mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 228IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 69mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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