Sauteed Mushrooms are a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make side dish that can be prepared with fresh edible mushrooms, garlic, herbs, and basic seasonings. This Sauteed Mushroom with garlic is a great accompaniment to soups, steaks, pasta, and other grilled, roasted, or baked meats. You can serve this dish for both lunch and dinner and comes quickly in under 30 minutes.
The recipe provided will guide you on how to sauté Mushrooms to perfection, ensuring they retain their texture and flavor while avoiding becoming soggy. To make it easy to follow, I have included step-by-step instructions with a video tutorial, making the cooking process simple and easy to understand.
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What is Sauteed Mushroom?
Sauteed Mushrooms are a savory, golden, caramelized side dish that is easy to make at home. They are typically made with fresh edible mushrooms, garlic, basic seasoning spices, and herbs. This homemade sautéed mushroom recipe is one of the best and simplest side dishes to prepare, and it pairs well with soups, steaks, pasta recipes, and other grilled, roasted, and baked meats.
Mushroom is a versatile vegetarian food that can adapt to the flavors of the seasonings used. By sauteeing them on high heat, you can achieve a crispy, caramelized exterior that is sure to please everyone.
Not only are mushrooms delicious, but they also provide a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. They are a great addition to any meal, whether it's a healthy dinner, a gathering menu, or even a side dish for salmon.
Whether you're looking to make a simple dish for dinner or create a gourmet-style sandwich, burger, or pasta, this sautéed mushroom recipe is sure to satisfy your taste buds. So, let's get started with the recipe.
Ingredients and Substitutions
The ingredients you will need to make this sautéed mushroom dish include fresh mushrooms and basic seasonings. These ingredients can be easily found at most grocery stores, and some may already be in your kitchen. So let's see what are they below.
- Mushrooms: I have used white button mushrooms here, but you can also use other fresh mushroom varieties such as portobello, shiitake, or brown mushrooms
- Garlic: Fresh garlic adds a lot of flavor to the mushrooms, but you can also use garlic powder for similar results
- Seasonings: I have also used basic seasonings like chili flakes and ground black pepper for a mild heat and earthy flavor
- Sauces: Soy sauce and red wine vinegar add a mild umami flavor. If you prefer, you can substitute red wine vinegar with regular vinegar
- Fats: Both olive oil and butter give a richer flavor to the dish, but you can also use either oil or butter according to your preference
- Herbs: Fresh herbs like cilantro, parsley, and thyme leaves add a fresh aroma and flavor to the mushrooms
For a detailed ingredients list, please check out the recipe card below.
How to Make Sauteed Mushrooms at Home?
The recipe I have shared here is for Sauteed Mushrooms, an easy and delicious side dish that can be prepared in under 15 minutes. The recipe requires minimal ingredients and is perfect to use in pasta sauce, soups, as a side for steaks, roasted and baked meats, or as a topping for burgers and sandwiches.
Below are the high-level instructions for this recipe, but for detailed step-by-step instructions with photos and a video, please see the recipe card below.
- Saute Mushroom - First, grab a pan and heat it on medium-high heat. Add some oil and toss in the mushrooms. Give them a gentle sauté for 2-3 minutes, until they start to change color
- Add Butter - Now, add some butter and give everything a good toss so the mushrooms are nice and coated
- Stir the Garlic- Next, throw in some finely chopped garlic or garlic powder and give it all a quick stir. You'll know it's ready when it starts to smell good
- Season - Season with some salt, chili flakes, and black pepper, and sauté for 1-2 minutes
- Add Sauce - Now, pour in some soy sauce and red wine vinegar, and stir everything together. Keep cooking until everything is caramelized and looking delicious! This should take around 2-3 minutes
- Garnish - To finish, sprinkle on some cilantro or coriander leaves and take the pan off the heat
Tips
- Cleaning - Cleaning mushrooms is an important step. To do this, use a damp kitchen tissue or mushroom brush to remove any mud and debris. Alternatively, you can wash the mushrooms, but make sure to dry them immediately afterward. If you leave water on the mushrooms, they may become soggy when sautéing
- For Best Taste and Flavor - For the best taste and flavor, add aromatics like garlic and seasonings like soy sauce, red wine vinegar, chili flakes, and black pepper
- Fat - Sautéing the mushrooms in both olive oil and butter adds a lot of flavors, but you can also use just one of these ingredients according to your preference
- Temperature - Cooking the mushrooms on medium-high heat will give you the best-caramelized texture. I recommend using this temperature for the best results
- Red Wine Vinegar - If you want a slightly sour taste, use red wine vinegar. You can also replace it with regular vinegar or add a splash of lemon juice for a zesty flavor profile
- Mushroom - For this recipe, I have used white button mushrooms, but you can also use other fresh varieties such as brown, shiitake, or portobello mushrooms
Storage Suggestions
These Sauteed Mushrooms stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days when stored in an airtight container. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months! To reheat, simply thaw them in the refrigerator and then heat them in a pan on medium heat.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this delicious Sautéed Mushroom as a side dish with classic steak, roasted chicken, baked chicken drumsticks, rice, sandwiches, or burgers. You can also serve it with roasted and baked meats such as baked chicken breast, baked chicken thighs, and oven-baked wings.
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Sauteed Mushroom Recipe Video
I have shared a detailed video of this Sauteed Mushroom recipe below that I hope will help you make a delicious side dish at home. You can also find this recipe in a story format.
📖 Recipe
Sauteed Mushroom
Ingredients
- 1 lb Mushroom, button, brown or any fresh variety
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 1 tbsp Garlic, minced or garlic powder
- 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tsp Red Wine Vinegar, optional
- ½ tsp Ground Black Pepper, or adjust based on heat preference
- ½ tsp Chili Flakes
- Salt, as needed
- Fresh Cilantro, or Parsley Leaves, to garnish
Instructions
To make Sauteed Mushroom
- Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Add oil and mushrooms. Gently sauté for 2-3 minutes, until the color of the mushrooms changes
- Add butter and coat the mushrooms with it
- Add finely chopped garlic or garlic powder and sauté until aromatic, about 1-2 minutes
- Season with salt, chili flakes, and black pepper, and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes
- Add soy sauce and red wine vinegar and sauté until the mushrooms are caramelized and the liquid has reduced by about 2-3 minutes
- Garnish with cilantro or coriander leaves and remove from heat
To Serve
- Serve this Sauteed Mushroom as a side dish with classic steak, roasted chicken, baked chicken drumsticks, rice, sandwiches, or burgers
Video
Notes
- Cleaning - Cleaning mushrooms is an important step. To do this, use a damp kitchen tissue or mushroom brush to remove any mud and debris. Alternatively, you can wash the mushrooms, but make sure to dry them immediately afterward. If you leave water on the mushrooms, they may become soggy when sautéing
- For Best Taste and Flavor - For the best taste and flavor, add aromatics like garlic and seasonings like soy sauce, red wine vinegar, chili flakes, and black pepper
- Fat - Sautéing the mushrooms in both olive oil and butter adds a lot of flavors, but you can also use just one of these ingredients according to your preference
- Temperature - Cooking the mushrooms on medium-high heat will give you the best-caramelized texture. I recommend using this temperature for the best results
- Red Wine Vinegar - If you want a slightly sour taste, use red wine vinegar. You can also replace it with regular vinegar or add a splash of lemon juice for a zesty flavor profile
- Mushroom - For this recipe, I have used white button mushrooms, but you can also use other fresh varieties such as brown, shiitake, or portobello mushrooms
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FAQ
Sauteed Mushrooms are a savory, golden, caramelized side dish that is easy to make at home. They are typically made with fresh edible mushrooms, garlic, basic seasoning spices, and herbs. This homemade sautéed mushroom recipe is one of the best and simplest side dishes to prepare, and it pairs well with soups, steaks, pasta recipes, and other grilled, roasted, and baked meats.
For the best taste, flavor, and texture, saute the mushrooms for 4 to 5 minutes on medium-high heat until they turn slightly brown. Additionally, adding the perfect seasoning will make the flavor pop.
To avoid soggy mushrooms, it is important to clean them properly before cooking. One way to do this is by using a damp cloth rather than water to wipe off any dirt or debris. This helps to keep the mushrooms dry and prevents them from becoming soggy during the cooking process.
Once they are cleaned, they can be sauteed on medium-high heat. This high heat allows the excess moisture to evaporate and results in a more desirable texture and appearance. Additionally, the heat helps to caramelize the mushrooms, adding a depth of flavor and a pleasant, slightly crispy exterior.
Yes, sautéing mushrooms on medium-high or high heat allows all the liquid to evaporate and delivers a caramelized brown texture to them.
I hope you found the recipe enjoyable and I would appreciate hearing about your experience with it.
If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to comment, and I will do my best to respond promptly. Thank you for reading and happy cooking!
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