Cooked Mushrooms

Elevate any meal with this irresistibly simple yet flavorful Cooked Mushrooms recipe. Featuring tender button or cremini mushrooms seared to golden perfection in olive oil, enriched with butter, and infused with the aromatic goodness of fresh garlic and optional thyme, this dish is the ultimate savory sidekick. A hint of lemon juice adds a refreshing touch, while the light seasoning of salt and freshly ground black pepper lets the natural earthiness of the mushrooms shine. Ready in just 25 minutes, these versatile sautéed mushrooms can be served as a side dish, a topping for steak, pasta, or pizza, or even mixed into salads for an earthy depth of flavor. Whether you're preparing a quick weeknight dinner or enhancing a gourmet spread, these buttery, garlicky mushrooms are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams button mushrooms (or cremini mushrooms)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 2 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Clean the mushrooms by gently wiping them with a slightly damp paper towel to remove dirt. Avoid soaking the mushrooms in water as they absorb moisture easily.

Step 2

Trim the ends of the mushroom stems and slice the mushrooms evenly into thick slices (approximately 5 mm wide). If using small mushrooms, you can leave them whole.

Step 3

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Step 5

Add the mushrooms to the skillet in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan to allow them to sear properly. Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to develop a golden-brown crust on one side.

Step 6

Stir the mushrooms gently and continue cooking for another 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are evenly golden and have released their moisture.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir well to coat the mushrooms in the butter and to cook the garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Sprinkle the fresh thyme leaves (if using), salt, and black pepper over the mushrooms. Stir to combine, tasting and adjusting the seasoning if needed.

Step 9

If desired, drizzle with a touch of lemon juice for a bright, fresh finish.

Step 10

Remove from heat and serve immediately as a side dish, a topping for steak or pasta, or added to salads and sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(557.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	476.3

Total Fat 41.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 31mg	0%
Sodium 1208.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g	0%
Total Sugars 10.1g
Protein 16.1g	0%

Vitamin D 35IU	0%
Calcium 32.0mg	0%
Iron 2.9mg	0%
Potassium 1629.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.5%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 15.0%